20 Questions
What was the consequence of Ptolemy's decision to have Pompey brutally murdered in 48 BCE?
Caesar was shocked and angered by Pompey's assassination.
What title was Julius Caesar granted in 44 BCE that gave him full authority to deal with military emergencies?
Dictator for Life
What was a major concern of the aristocrats regarding Julius Caesar's reforms?
They would upset the balance of power in the Republic.
What role did Pompey play in Roman history?
He aimed to save the Roman Republic from monarchy.
What was Pompey's reputation among literate nobles according to the text?
Admired for his military brilliance.
How did the optimates respond following Pompey's death?
They maintained their opposition to Caesar's rule until their defeat.
What significant event happened on the Ides of March, according to the text?
Julius Caesar was assassinated by the Senate.
What did Julius Caesar implement during his time as dictator that faced opposition from aristocrats?
Reforms aiding the poor and veterans
Why was Caesar's rise to power considered a stepping stone from a republic to an empire?
He became dictator for life, consolidating authority in his hands.
What did Caesar do after being presented with Pompey's head?
He removed Ptolemy from power and replaced him with Cleopatra.
Why was Caesar presented with Pompey's head upon his arrival in Egypt?
To insult Caesar and provoke him
Why were Caesar's reforms deeply unpopular with the aristocrats?
They favored the veterans and the poor over the aristocrats
What was the significance of March 15th, also known as the Ides of March?
It was the day Julius Caesar was assassinated by the Senate
What led to Caesar being named a dictator for life in 44 BCE?
His victory against Pompey in battle
What was one primary reason why some historians argue Pompey could have saved the Roman Republic?
His military capabilities and grand vision for Rome
What concern did the optimates have regarding Caesar's consolidation of power?
He would become the sole ruler of Rome
Why did Ptolemy's plan to murder Pompey backfire?
The assassins were sentenced to death by Caesar
What was one reason why many senators opposed Caesar's reforms?
They feared losing their authority and power
What distinguished Caesar's appointment as dictator for life from traditional Roman practice?
It extended his term indefinitely, contrary to a 6-month limit
How did some historians view the accounts of Pompey we have today?
With clear biases due to admiration from literate nobles
Learn about the informal alliance formed by Pompey, Crassus, and Caesar in 60 BCE known as the First Triumvirate. Discover how their collaboration shaped Roman politics and influenced the Senate's decisions.
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