After Caesar: True or False Flashcard

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Who was Augustus in relation to Julius Caesar?

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Augustus was not Julius Caesar's brother; he was his adopted heir.

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What happened after Julius Caesar was killed?

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A civil war broke out in Rome.

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What did Romans watch at the Colosseum?

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They watched battles between people and animals.

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What did Augustus mean when he said he 'found Rome in marble and left it in brick'?

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This statement is false; he actually said he found it in brick and left it in marble.

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Did Augustus eliminate the Senate and consuls when he became emperor?

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No, Augustus kept the Senate and consuls but held ultimate power.

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What is a civil war?

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A civil war is a conflict between groups within the same country.

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What is the Colosseum?

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The Colosseum is a large amphitheater in Rome where public spectacles were held.

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Who was Julius Caesar?

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Julius Caesar was a Roman general and statesman who played a critical role in the events that led to the demise of the Roman Republic.

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What does 'emperor' mean?

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An emperor is a ruler of an empire, often with absolute power.

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What is the significance of Augustus in Roman history?

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Augustus was the first Roman emperor and established the Roman Empire.