8 Questions
During which century did the Roman Republic flourish?
13th century
Who was the first king of the Roman Republic?
Romulus
What event marked the end of the Roman Republic?
Assassination of Julius Caesar
Which group played a significant role in the downfall of the Roman Republic?
Senate
What was the name of Alexander the Great's father?
Philip II
In which famous battle did Alexander the Great defeat the Persian king Darius III?
Battle of Gaugamela
Which ancient philosopher was Alexander the Great's tutor and mentor?
Aristotle
What was the name of the easternmost point reached by Alexander the Great in his conquests?
Ganges River
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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