Emperors Rule Rome

What happened as a result of a struggle for power of Rome after the death of Julius Caesar? (2 correct answers, MUST SELECT BOTH)

• Civil War

• Augustus became Emperor of Rome

• Caesar's daughter became Empress of Rome

• Cicero took over the Senate and made himself king

Answer explanation

After Caesar's death many Roman leaders fought to take control of Rome. This led to a civil war, ultimately destroying what was left of the Roman Republic.

Octavian (Caesar's adopted son) became Emperor, taking the name Augustus.

In what year did a new leader emerge in Rome?

• 27 B.C.

• 82 B.C.

• 5 A.D.

• 12 A.D.

Answer explanation

In 27 B.C. Augustus became the unchallenged ruler of Rome.

Who became emperor after Caesar's death? (2 correct answers, MUST select BOTH)

• Octavian

• Cleopatra

• Augustus

• King Tut

Answer explanation

Octavian took power after Caesar's death, taking the name Augustus, meaning "exalted one," or person of great rank and authority.

What is a civil service? (pg. 444 in the reading)

Answer explanation

A group of officials employed by the government.

What did the Roman civil service do? (pg. 444 in reading)

Answer explanation

Roman civil service collected taxes, oversaw the postal system, and managed the grain supply.

What did Augustus do to "beautify" Rome? (pg. 444 in reading)

Answer explanation

He built grand temples, theaters, and monuments. He replaced many old brick buildings with structures in marble.

What does the term "Pax Romana" mean?

• Roman Peace

• Roman Price

• Roman Prize

• Roman Wise

How long did "Pax Romana" last?

• 100 years

• 200 years

• 500 years

• 1,000 years

At its greatest size how big was the Roman Empire?

• 2 million sq miles

• 8 million sq miles

• 12 million sq miles

• 20 million sq miles

What did the Roman Empire accomplish under the reign of Augustus? (pg. 447 in reading)

Answer explanation

The Roman army became the greatest fighting force in the world: They guarded the empire's frontiers, built roads, bridges, and tunnels that helped tie the empire together.

Augustus created a strong Roman navy that patrolled the Mediterranean Sea.