How did the culture of Germanic tribes differ from that of the Romans?

Question

A. Germanic peoples were mostly traders, so they traveled throughout Europe.
B. Germanic peoples lived in small communities governed by unwritten customs.
C. Germanic kings were chosen by single combat between warriors.
D. Germanic peoples lived in great cities administrated by a central government.

Answer 1

The correct answer is B. Germanic peoples lived in small communities governed by unwritten customs.

Germanic tribes typically organized their societies into smaller, decentralized communities that operated based on traditional customs and tribal laws rather than a formalized legal system. In contrast, the Romans had a highly structured government with an emphasis on law, citizenship, and urban development.