The Age of Augustus Quiz

Who became the sole ruler of Rome and all its provinces after defeating Brutus, Cassius, and Mark Antony?

• Brutus

• Julius Caesar

• Octavian

• Mark Antony

What title did the Roman Senate give to Octavian to celebrate his achievement?

• Caesar Augustus

• Julius Caesar II

• Emperor Octavian

• Augustus Caesar

What did Augustus do to restore Romans' confidence in their empire?

• Encouraged the arts

• All of the above

• Strengthened Roman law

• Built great arches

Who wrote the epic poem, the Aeneid, to celebrate the glory of Rome?

• Julius Caesar

• Augustus

• Maecenas

• Virgil

What did Augustus modestly call himself as a ruler?

• Emperor

• First citizen

• King

• Dictator

How did Augustus change the way the military was run?

• He disbanded the army

• He allowed the soldiers to choose their own leaders

• He divided the army into two parts

• He increased the number of legions

What did Augustus establish to support and supply the Roman army?

• A military council

• A new government

• A separate empire

• A special treasury

What was the period of calm and law throughout the Mediterranean world during Augustus's reign called?

• Imperial Era

• Caesar's Peace

• Roman Renaissance

• Pax Romana

What was the main purpose of the Roman army during the Pax Romana?

• To keep order

• To conquer new territories

• To defend against invasions

• To gather riches

Why is Augustus remembered as one of Rome's greatest leaders?

• For his administrative skills

• For his military conquests

• For his poetry

• For his wealth