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During which century did the Roman Republic flourish?
During which century did the Roman Republic flourish?
Who was the first king of the Roman Republic?
Who was the first king of the Roman Republic?
What event marked the end of the Roman Republic?
What event marked the end of the Roman Republic?
Which group played a significant role in the downfall of the Roman Republic?
Which group played a significant role in the downfall of the Roman Republic?
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What was the name of Alexander the Great's father?
What was the name of Alexander the Great's father?
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In which famous battle did Alexander the Great defeat the Persian king Darius III?
In which famous battle did Alexander the Great defeat the Persian king Darius III?
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Which ancient philosopher was Alexander the Great's tutor and mentor?
Which ancient philosopher was Alexander the Great's tutor and mentor?
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What was the name of the easternmost point reached by Alexander the Great in his conquests?
What was the name of the easternmost point reached by Alexander the Great in his conquests?
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Study Notes
The Roman Republic
- Flourished during the 5th to 1st century BC
- Did not have a "first king" as it was a republic, not a monarchy
- The event that marked the end of the Roman Republic was the rise of the Roman Empire under Augustus Caesar
- The group that played a significant role in the downfall of the Roman Republic was the optimates, who clashed with the populares, leading to internal conflicts and instability
Alexander the Great
- His father was Philip II of Macedon
- Defeated the Persian king Darius III in the famous Battle of Issus
- His tutor and mentor was the ancient philosopher Aristotle
- The easternmost point reached by Alexander the Great in his conquests was the Indus River in modern-day Pakistan
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Test your knowledge of the Roman Republic with questions about its flourishing period, the first king, the event that marked its end, and the group that played a significant role in its downfall.
