Understanding the Pax Romana

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What was the Pax Romana?

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A period of peace and stability in the Roman Empire that lasted about 200 years, starting with Augustus.

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Who was Augustus?

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The first emperor of Rome who established the Pax Romana.

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What does 'Principate' refer to in Roman history?

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The early phase of the Roman Empire, starting with Augustus, characterized by a system of government where the emperor held power.

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What was a major flaw in the Roman Empire under the Principate?

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No written laws for power transfer.

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What happened to the Roman Empire after the death of Marcus Aurelius?

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The Pax Romana ended.

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Who were Livy and Tacitus?

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Writers who published histories of Rome during the Pax Romana.

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What was one of the main purposes of Augustus's civil service?

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To police the land.

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What was the population of the Roman Empire during the Pax Romana?

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Over 70 million.

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What is a civil service?

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A system of government employees who carry out the work of the government.

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What is the significance of trade routes during the Pax Romana?

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They facilitated trade and cultural exchange across the empire.