TCAP Review- Ancient Rome

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Which statement describes the influence of Augustus on the government of Rome?

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Octavian ruled with and fought against Marc Antony for control of Rome in a civil war. The Senate gave him the title Augustus which means "revered one."

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Based on your knowledge of Julius Caesar, how did his ideas and actions influence the transition of Rome's government?

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Julius Caesar was a strong, ambitious military leader. He declared himself the "dictator for life" because he thought that Rome was better served by one strong leader.

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Based on your knowledge of Rome, what is the best description of the final years of the Roman Empire? Options: The Carthaginians reorganized and launched a final attack on the city of Rome which officially ended the empire. The Romans fought a final civil war in the AD 400s, which depleted all of Rome's resources. The Gauls convinced several groups to march against Rome, but were unable to defend the peninsula and became stronger than ever. A group called the Huns caused problems as they moved across Europe, and several groups moved into Rome and eventually they sacked the city.

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A group called the Huns caused problems as they moved across Europe, and several groups moved into Rome and eventually they sacked the city.

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How did the Romans maintain so many public buildings?

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Romans used money collected for taxes.

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Which is the best description of the Pax Romana?

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This was a time of peace for Rome. Trade increased because roads were kept safe.

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Which religion was started by the followers of Jesus?

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Christianity

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Who was Constantine?

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First Christian Emperor; moved the center of the empire from the west to the east.

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Based on your knowledge why was the City of Constantinople important?

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It was formerly Byzantium; seat of the Roman Empire by 330 CE.

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Based on your knowledge of Christianity; what did Christians believe about Jesus?

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Christians believe that God sent his Son Jesus as the Messiah, who brought the gift of everlasting life.

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Based on this image which piece of literature is being described in the list? Options: The Old Testament, The Code of Hammarbi, The Book of prayers, The New Testament

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The New Testament