Roman History Quiz: Julius Caesar & Augustus
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What was one way Julius Caesar gained popularity?

  • By assassinating political enemies
  • By leading the Roman Senate
  • By publishing his military victories in a book (correct)
  • By only focusing on political power
  • The civil war in 49 BCE was between Caesar and Cleopatra.

    False

    What did Caesar declare himself in 44 BCE?

    dictator for life

    The Roman saying, 'All roads lead to ______' means there are many ways to reach the same outcome.

    <p>Rome</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the initial public position claimed by Augustus upon becoming the sole ruler of Rome?

    <p>To restore the Roman Republic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the person with their role:

    <p>Julius Caesar = Roman General and dictator Cleopatra = Pharaoh of Egypt Marcus Junius Brutus = Conspirator against Caesar</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Augustus was officially named 'King' of Rome.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What were two major factors or events that led to the civil wars in Rome?

    <p>Disputes over land and distribution, and the actions of powerful figures such as Marius and Caesar who gave land to soldiers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Emperor Augustus improved Rome by constructing temples, forums, and other ______ monuments.

    <p>marble</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the Roman figures with their respective actions or fates.

    <p>Augustus = Became the first Roman Emperor Julius Caesar = Assassinated before becoming Emperor Mark Antony = Fought against Augustus in a civil war Marius = Gave land to soldiers, gaining their loyalty</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of government did Rome have before it became an empire?

    <p>Republic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Punic Wars involved Rome and Greece.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What mountain range did Hannibal cross with his army to surprise the Romans?

    <p>Alps</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Carthage was founded by the _________ around the 9th century BC.

    <p>Phoenicians</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following items with their descriptions:

    <p>Carthage = A significant power in the Mediterranean, founded by Phoenicians Hannibal = Famous Carthaginian general who crossed the Alps Punic Wars = Series of three wars between Rome and Carthage Republic = A government ruled by senators and consuls</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary reason Roman soldiers had to sell their farms during the Second Punic War?

    <p>They were forced to serve in the army for more than a year and missed the harvest.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Optimates were a political party that aimed to help the lower classes.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What major event led to Rome destroying Carthage in 146 BC?

    <p>The fear that Carthage would revive after the Second Punic War</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Wealthy Romans, known as __________, bought the land from the soldiers.

    <p>patricians</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who were the 'Populares'?

    <p>Politicians who aimed to help the lower classes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following people and groups with their descriptions:

    <p>Hannibal = Carthaginian general who almost defeated the Romans Optimates = Roman politicians who supported the wealthy Populares = Roman politicians who supported the lower classes Caius Marius = Powerful Roman General who joined the Populares</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these groups was considered a threat to Rome in the north?

    <p>Celts and Germanic tribes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Roman soldiers’ absence from home only resulted in the loss of harvest.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

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