Gaius Gracchus: Defiance and Political Struggles

What was Gaius Gracchus known for in his speeches?

• His avoidance of public speaking

• His use of silence to emphasize points

• His emotional and passionate delivery

• His calm and collected demeanor

What was a key difference between Gaius and his brother Tiberius in their approach to public speaking?

• Gaius was emotional, while Tiberius was calm

• Gaius focused on the wealthy, while Tiberius focused on the poor

• Gaius avoided public speaking, while Tiberius embraced it

• Gaius used humor, while Tiberius was serious

Why did Gaius Gracchus return to Rome from Sardinia?

• In defiance of the Senate's plan to keep him away

• To avoid his duties as quaestor

• To defend himself against accusations

• To escape a harsh winter

What was the outcome of Gaius Gracchus's first election for Tribune?

• He won by a landslide

• He came in fourth place

• He withdrew before the election

• He was disqualified

What was one of Gaius Gracchus's first actions as Tribune?

• To legitimize his brother's actions

• To banish his political enemies

• To resign from his position

• To pass agrarian reforms

What law did Gaius Gracchus pass that was retroactive?

• A law granting citizenship to allies

• A law redistributing land to the poor

• A law increasing taxes on the rich

• A law banning exile without trial

What was Gaius Gracchus's stance on the citizenship of Italians not living in Rome?

• He supported it

• He was indifferent

• He changed his stance frequently

• He opposed it

Which group did Gaius Gracchus appeal to by offering them a seat as judges?

• The rural poor

• The urban poor

• The equestrians

• The senators

What did Gaius Gracchus do to address the grain shortage?

• He banned grain exports

• He increased taxes on grain merchants

• He put a cap on the price of grain

• He personally funded grain imports

How did Gaius Gracchus become Tribune for a second term?

• By winning the election

• By being appointed by the Senate

• By being chosen by the remaining tribunes

• By popular demand