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What was one of the key political bodies established in the creation of the Athenian state?

  • The Council of State
  • The Assembly of Elders
  • The Boulè (correct)
  • The Senate of Athens

Which significant event allowed Athens to become the leader of the Delian League?

  • The signing of the Treaty of Corinth
  • The rise of Spartan power
  • The victory during the Persian Wars (correct)
  • The victory in the Peloponnesian War

What was one of Pericles's contributions to Athenian democracy?

  • Limited participation to wealthy citizens only
  • Established a monarchy
  • Restricted democracy to military leaders
  • Supported citizens with less wealth in participating in democracy (correct)

What was a requirement for Athenian citizenship under Pericles's policies?

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Which philosopher is notably associated with Athenian cultural impact?

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What marked the shift from the Roman Republic to an imperial system?

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What title was held by Augustus that signified his military command?

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What was a major military achievement during the early imperial periods?

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How long did the Pax Romana last?

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Which of the following was NOT part of Augustus' administrative reforms?

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What type of political system is ruled by a group of noble families?

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Which institution was the assembly of all citizens in Athenian democracy?

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What is the total number of citizens in ancient Athens mentioned in the content?

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Which Athenian institution was responsible for preparing laws for the Ecclesia?

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What characterizes Athenian democracy?

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In what year did Athenian democracy emerge?

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How many citizens were part of the Heliaia tribunal in Athens?

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What political system is characterized by rule by a single person?

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What was one of the goals of Augustus when reorganizing the provinces?

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Which of the following factors contributed to unifying the Roman provinces?

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What was a result of Augustus' actions in the Roman provinces?

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How did Augustus address rebellious cities in the provinces?

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What aspect of Roman life was included in Augustus' unification strategies?

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What significant event occurred in 212 AD?

<p>Caracalla's edict expanding citizenship to all free Romans (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which event legalized Christianity in the Roman Empire?

<p>Edict of Milan (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What law established Catholicism as the official religion of the Roman Empire?

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What was one of the major changes in the late 4th century AD concerning the Catholic Church?

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What happened to polytheistic cults during the Roman Empire?

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Oligarchy

A government ruled by a small group of wealthy or powerful families.

Monarchy

A government ruled by a single person, usually a king or queen.

Democracy

A government where citizens have the power to make decisions.

Tyranny

A cruel and oppressive government run by a single person or a few people.

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Ecclesia

The Athenian assembly of all citizens, where laws were voted on.

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Boule

A council of 500 Athenian citizens who prepared laws for the Ecclesia.

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Heliaia

Athenian court of justice with 6,000 citizens who were responsible for administering justice.

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Athenian Citizenship

Being a citizen of Athens involved 40,000 citizens in the Athenian government

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Delian League

A powerful alliance of 150 city-states, led by Athens, founded in 478 BC.

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Athenian Democracy

Athenian government that involved citizens in decision-making, particularly the Ecclesia.

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Pericles

A prominent Athenian leader (495-429 BC) who championed Athenian democracy.

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Athenian Empire's rise

Athens grew powerful after victories during the Persian Wars, forming the Delian League.

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Ecclesia

The Athenian assembly where citizens participated in decision-making.

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Augustus's Title

The title Imperator was given to Augustus, signifying his role as commander of the Roman army.

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Pax Romana

A long period of peace and stability in the Roman Empire. Lasting approximately 200 years.

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Roman Principate

The system of government established by Augustus in 27 BC. This marked a transition from the Roman Republic to the Roman Empire.

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Augustus's Birth Name

Gaius Octavius was Augustus's birth name.

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Trajan's Conquests

Emperor Trajan extended Rome's Mediterranean control during early imperial periods.

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Augustus's Provincial Reforms

Augustus reorganized Roman provinces, appointing administrators and magistrates to manage provinces, and dealing with difficult or rebellious areas.

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Pax Romana

A period of peace and prosperity in the Roman Empire, lasting from the 1st to 3rd centuries.

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Romanization

The spread of Roman culture, language, and laws throughout the provinces during the Roman Empire.

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Factors Unifying Provinces

Common rights, languages (Latin & Greek), Roman culture, and the Imperial cult helped unify the provinces.

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Provincial Management

Augustus's approach included managing different provinces based on their challenges. He targeted debt, loyalty in some areas, and addressed rebellions or difficulties elsewhere.

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Caracalla's Edict (212 AD)

Gave citizenship to all free Roman people.

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Edict of Milan (313 AD)

Allowed Christianity.

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Theodosian Law (380 AD)

Made Catholicism the official religion.

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Late 4th Century AD Church Changes

Catholic Church structure shifted during this period.

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Early Roman Religious Conflicts

Christians faced persecution before 313 AD; Polytheistic cults were banned later.

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