Consequences and Developments in Roman History

What was a major consequence of the crisis faced by Rome in the last two centuries of the Republic?

• Expansion of the Roman Empire

• Rise of new political demands for centralization of power

• Decline in military power

• Increase in trade with neighboring regions

According to historian Mary Beard, what did the territorial expansion of Rome lead to?

• Decrease in military influence

• Stability in Roman politics

• Debates about the administration of the empire

• Economic decline

What title did Julius Caesar receive in 46 BC?

• Emperor

• King

• Dictator for life

• Consul

What was a significant factor in Octavian's rise to power?

• Support from the Senate

• Military defeat of Crassus

• Support from the people

• Economic reforms

What was the outcome of the second triumvirate?

• Peaceful resolution

• Octavian emerged as the winner

• Mark Antony became Emperor

• Lepidus gained control

Who became the Roman emperor during the crisis of the republic?

• Julius Caesar

• Nero

• Octavian Augustus

• Marcus Aurelius

What was a significant result of Octavian's rise to power?

• The fall of the Greek Empire

• The end of the Roman Republic

• The beginning of the Dark Ages

• The rise of the Byzantine Empire

What did Octavian do to support the Roman troops?

• Reduced their pay

• Granted them land

• Provided tax benefits

• Increased their taxes

What type of public works did Octavian initiate?

• Military bases

• Religious temples

• Roads and aqueducts

• Libraries

What transformation did Octavian make to the city of Rome during his reign?

• From marble to clay

• From wood to stone

• From clay to marble

• From stone to wood