Latin Quiz Caesar

Gaul is divided into three main parts:

1. Belgae

2. Aquitanians

3. Celts (called Gauls by the Romans)

These groups differ in language, customs, and laws, showing Gaul is not unified.

Garumna (Garonne) River:

separates Gauls/Celts from Aquitanians

Matrona (Marne) & Seine Rivers:

separate Belgae from Gauls

Rhone River:

starting point of Gaul

Rhine River:

eastern boundary; near Germanic tribes

Pyrenees Mountains:

southern boundary of Aquitaine

Ocean (Atlantic):

western and northern borders

Belgae

• Location: Northern Gaul, near the Rhine River

• Direction faced: North and east

• Power & Importance:

  • Considered the strongest and bravest

  • Least influenced by Roman culture

  • Constantly at war with Germanic tribes

• Relationship to Others:

  • Close enemies of the Germans

More warlike due to isolation and conflict

Celts / Gauls

• Location:

  • Between the Rhone, Garumna, Ocean, Belgae, and Rhine

• Importance:

  • Central region of Gaul

  • Culturally distinct but more exposed to Roman influence than the Belgae

• Relationship:

Separated from Aquitanians and Belgae by rivers

Aquitanians

• Location:

  • From the Garonne River to the Pyrenees Mountains

  • Near Spain and the Atlantic Ocean

• Direction faced: West and north

• Importance:

  • Most geographically isolated

Distinct from other Gauls in culture and language

Helvetii

• Location: Near the Rhine River

• Power & Importance:

  • Very brave and warlike

  • Frequently fight the Germans

• Relationship:

  • Compared to other Gauls in valor

Strength comes from constant warfare

Geography = Power:

Proximity to enemies (Germans) increases strength and bravery

Isolation = Strength:

Less Roman influence leads to more toughness

Division:

Gaul is fragmented, making conquest easier