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What title was given to Tiberius Nero and Claudius Drusus?
What title was given to Tiberius Nero and Claudius Drusus?
- Imperator (correct)
- Tribunician
- Caesar
- Consul
Who were the children admitted to the Caesarian hearth?
Who were the children admitted to the Caesarian hearth?
- Surviving stepchildren only
- Gaius and Lucius (correct)
- Drusus and Tiberius
- Germanicus and Agrippa Postumus
What ultimately happened to Gaius and Lucius Caesar?
What ultimately happened to Gaius and Lucius Caesar?
- They became consuls
- They fled to Spain
- They died young due to war and illness (correct)
- They were adopted by Tiberius
What decision did Augustus make regarding Agrippa Postumus?
What decision did Augustus make regarding Agrippa Postumus?
Who was given command of the eight legions on the Rhine?
Who was given command of the eight legions on the Rhine?
What was a significant concern for Augustus during his reign?
What was a significant concern for Augustus during his reign?
Which of the following was NOT one of Augustus' chosen successors?
Which of the following was NOT one of Augustus' chosen successors?
Why was Agrippa Postumus not considered a suitable heir by Augustus?
Why was Agrippa Postumus not considered a suitable heir by Augustus?
What major reform did Augustus introduce regarding succession?
What major reform did Augustus introduce regarding succession?
Who were Augustus' grandchildren that he considered as heirs?
Who were Augustus' grandchildren that he considered as heirs?
Which family relationship did Tiberius have with Germanicus?
Which family relationship did Tiberius have with Germanicus?
Which position was given to Marcus Agrippa by Augustus?
Which position was given to Marcus Agrippa by Augustus?
What was the relationship between Julia and Augustus in terms of succession?
What was the relationship between Julia and Augustus in terms of succession?
What is the significance of the Mausoleum of Augustus?
What is the significance of the Mausoleum of Augustus?
Who was Tiberius' main rival for succession after Augustus?
Who was Tiberius' main rival for succession after Augustus?
What aspect of Tiberius' legacy is highlighted in the content?
What aspect of Tiberius' legacy is highlighted in the content?
What was a key reason for Caligula's initial popularity as emperor?
What was a key reason for Caligula's initial popularity as emperor?
How did Caligula ensure his sole authority over the empire?
How did Caligula ensure his sole authority over the empire?
What is the meaning of the name 'Caligula' in Latin?
What is the meaning of the name 'Caligula' in Latin?
What physical characteristics of Caligula were noted in historical sources?
What physical characteristics of Caligula were noted in historical sources?
How was the perception of Caligula's demeanor described?
How was the perception of Caligula's demeanor described?
What was a notable consequence of mentioning a goat in Caligula's presence?
What was a notable consequence of mentioning a goat in Caligula's presence?
What was the relationship between Caligula and Tiberius Gemellus?
What was the relationship between Caligula and Tiberius Gemellus?
What actions did Tiberius take upon becoming emperor that contributed to his reputation?
What actions did Tiberius take upon becoming emperor that contributed to his reputation?
What did Augustus express concern about regarding Tiberius?
What did Augustus express concern about regarding Tiberius?
What was one reason Augustus might have had for naming Tiberius as his successor?
What was one reason Augustus might have had for naming Tiberius as his successor?
How did Tiberius's financial management during his reign impact the imperial treasury?
How did Tiberius's financial management during his reign impact the imperial treasury?
What was significant about Germanicus in relation to Tiberius?
What was significant about Germanicus in relation to Tiberius?
What controversial decision did Germanicus make that may have increased Tiberius's suspicions?
What controversial decision did Germanicus make that may have increased Tiberius's suspicions?
Whom did Tiberius delegate many of his powers to during his reign?
Whom did Tiberius delegate many of his powers to during his reign?
What accusation was made against Nias Piso Patre in relation to Germanicus?
What accusation was made against Nias Piso Patre in relation to Germanicus?
Which of the following statements about Tiberius's actions as emperor is true?
Which of the following statements about Tiberius's actions as emperor is true?
What implication can be drawn from Tiberius’s lack of accountability for Agrippa Postumus’s assassination?
What implication can be drawn from Tiberius’s lack of accountability for Agrippa Postumus’s assassination?
What significant structure did Caligula build to connect his palace to the Capitoline Hill?
What significant structure did Caligula build to connect his palace to the Capitoline Hill?
What features were notable in the interiors of Caligula's ships found at Lake Nemi?
What features were notable in the interiors of Caligula's ships found at Lake Nemi?
What was the reported cause of the sinking of Caligula's ships at Lake Nemi?
What was the reported cause of the sinking of Caligula's ships at Lake Nemi?
Which god did Caligula claim to be won over by, leading to his desire to share a home?
Which god did Caligula claim to be won over by, leading to his desire to share a home?
What was the fate of Caligula's wife, Chisonia, following his death?
What was the fate of Caligula's wife, Chisonia, following his death?
What was one of the initial reactions of the Senate after the death of Caligula?
What was one of the initial reactions of the Senate after the death of Caligula?
What would have been a political consequence if the Senate had successfully brought back the Republic?
What would have been a political consequence if the Senate had successfully brought back the Republic?
How did Caligula reportedly demonstrate his extravagance with his ships?
How did Caligula reportedly demonstrate his extravagance with his ships?
Who was responsible for Caligula's assassination according to the first story reported?
Who was responsible for Caligula's assassination according to the first story reported?
What is the length of the first ship built by Caligula at Lake Nemi?
What is the length of the first ship built by Caligula at Lake Nemi?
Study Notes
### Augustus’ Legacy and Succession
- Augustus worked to establish a long-lasting legacy through grandiose monuments like the Mausoleum of Augustus, Ara Pacis, and the Res Gestae.
- He focused on securing a stable succession despite having no sons, facing challenges and deaths within his family.
- Augustus ultimately selected Tiberius as his heir, despite concerns about his secretive nature and reluctance to take power.
Early Reign of Tiberius
- Tiberius adopted a cautious approach, promising to return power to the Senate and be generous to the people, but ultimately ruled with a more conservative style.
- Tiberius maintained a complex relationship with Germanicus, his adopted son and popular military figure.
- While Germanicus' popularity rivaled Tiberius', his early death (19 CE) fueled speculation about possible poisoning or foul play.
Lucius Aelius Sejanus
- Sejanus served as Praetorian Prefect during much of Tiberius' reign, wielding significant power and becoming a close confidant of Tiberius.
- Tiberius' dependence on Sejanus contributed to a perception of his character as secretive and ruthless, particularly after the removal of Agrippa Postumus.
Caligula
- Caligula, son of Germanicus, assumed the imperial throne in 37 CE after a promising initial phase marked by his popularity.
- He faced tension with his cousin Tiberius Gemellus, a co-heir to the throne, eventually executing him to consolidate his power.
- Caligula's erratic and impulsive behavior led to a negative portrayal in historical sources, highlighting his extravagant lifestyle, cruelty, and grandiose plans.
Caligula's Palace
- Caligula's ambition to build a new palace complex incorporated elements of Roman religious sites like the Temple of Castor and Pollux, demonstrating his desire for god-like status.
- His plan to build a bridge connecting the Palatine to the Capitoline Hill, home to Jupiter's temple, further emphasizes this aspiration.
The Ships at Nemi
- Caligula commissioned two luxurious ships for cruising Lake Nemi, revealing his extravagance and disregard for practical matters.
- These ships featured ornate interior decorations rivaling those in expensive homes and public buildings, demonstrating the opulence of Caligula's reign.
### Caligula’s Death and Conclusion
- Caligula's reign ended in 41 CE, with his assassination likely resulting from a conspiracy within the imperial household.
- His death created a power vacuum, leading the senate to consider a return to a republican government, a stark contrast to the previous transition from Augustus to Tiberius.
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Explore the significant legacies of Augustus and Tiberius in this quiz. Delve into Augustus' monumental endeavors, his quest for a stable succession, and Tiberius' controversial reign. Understand the dynamics between Tiberius and key figures like Germanicus and Sejanus.
