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Which of the following monuments did Augustus create to cement his legacy? (Select all that apply)
Who was Augustus' first choice for successor?
Marcellus
Who did Augustus eventually adopt to strengthen his claim to succession?
Augustus had biological sons to succeed him as heir.
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Who was Augustus' step-grandson considered as a possible heir?
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Match the individuals with their relation to Augustus:
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What was Augustus' opinion of Agrippa Postumus as a potential heir?
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Study Notes
Augustus’ Legacy
- Augustus cemented his legacy through various monuments, including the Mausoleum of Augustus, Res Gestae, Ara Pacis, and the Form of Augustus.
Succession & Concerns
- The Roman government was established in 31 BC, marking the beginning of the imperial period.
- Augustus grappled with the issue of successor succession throughout his reign, particularly amidst the shift to dynastic succession.
- Augustus faced challenges choosing successors, including the deaths of his chosen potential heirs.
- August’s initial choice, Marcellus, died young.
- Agrippa, Augustus’s son-in-law and best friend, also passed away, leaving his descendants – Augustus’s grandchildren – in the running.
- Gaius and Lucius, August’s grandchildren, both died prematurely.
- Agrippa Postumus, Augustus’s remaining grandson, was deemed unfit due to his personality and character.
- Augustus's focus then shifted to his stepsons, Tiberius and Drusus.
- Following Drusus's death, Tiberius became the sole heir.
- Augustus mandated that Tiberius ultimately adopt Germanicus, Drusus's son and Tiberius's own nephew, to solidify his claim.
Tiberius's Rise to Power
- Tiberius was chosen as Augustus's heir and was adopted into the family.
- Tiberius was given various titles, including "Imperator" (victorious general) and "colleagus in the empire" (co-ruler).
Augustus's Will
- In his will, Augustus designated Tiberius as his heir, highlighting the importance of Tiberius's role in the succession plan.
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Explore the legacy of Augustus and the challenges he faced regarding succession. This quiz covers key monuments, the establishment of the imperial period, and the difficulties in selecting suitable heirs. Test your knowledge on Augustus's strategies and family dynamics that shaped Roman leadership.
