Chapter 7 Lesson 2 – From Republic to Empire

This queen had a relationship with two Roman leaders; her role in the fall of the Roman Republic is highly disputed by historians.

• Helen of Troy

• Cleopatra

• Hapshetsut

• Athena

Which of the following statements about women in Ancient Rome is most accurate?

• Women in ancient Rome had much less freedom than those in ancient Greece.

• Women in ancient Rome could vote and serve as members of the Roman Senate.

• Women in ancient Rome generally had more freedoms than those in ancient Greece, although both societies were male dominated.

• Women in ancient Rome were restricted in almost every way while those in Greece had a more prominent role in society.

Who did the Romans fight in the Punic Wars?

• the Persians.

• the Greeks.

• the Egyptians.

• the Carthaginians.

Who "won" all three of the Punic war conflicts?

• neither side; it was a stalemate.

• the Romans.

• the Carthaginians.

• the Greeks.

Who was part of the first Roman Triumvirate?

• Marcus Brutus, Julius Caesar and Pompey.

• Crassus, Julius Caesar and Cleopatra.

• Crassus, Julius Caesar and Pompey.

• Julius Caesar, Pompey and Cleopatra.

What did Marcus Brutus do to have such a debated reputation throughout history?

• he killed his brother.

• he helped plan the assassination of Julius Caesar.

• He married Cleopatra then later exiled her.

• He became the first emperor of Rome by defeated his opponents.

Which of the following is a historical fact?

• Julius Caesar restored Cleopatra to the throne of Egypt.

• Cleopatra manipulated Julius Caesar to destroy the Roman Republic.

• Marcus Brutus is a hero for killing Julius Caesar to save the Roman Republic.

• Marcus Brutus did not want to kill Julius Caesar but was forced to by other Roman senators.

Which of the following was an important philosophy to the early Roman Republic?

• The strongest man should be the dictator of Rome.

• Government powers and responsibilities should be separated and balanced to keep one man from having too much power.

• The wealthiest man in Rome should be the dictator of Rome.

• Women must be part of the government for civilization to succeed.