Cincinnatus and Rome

Who was Cincinnatus compared to in terms of political ethics?

• George Washington

• Napoleon Bonaparte

• Julius Caesar

• Alexander the Great

What was the main issue in Rome during the 460s BC?

• Representation of plebeians in government

• Economic crisis

• Religious conflicts

• Military invasions

What role did Cincinnatus serve in Rome?

• General

• Emperor

• Senator

• Consul

Why did Cincinnatus step down from power?

• He was defeated in an election

• He was exiled

• Due to a scandal

• To return to his private life

What emergency position was Cincinnatus appointed to in 458 BC?

• Praetor

• Tribune

• Dictator

• Censor

How long did Cincinnatus serve as dictator during the crisis in 458 BC?

• Five years

• Two weeks

• Six months

• One year

What did Cincinnatus do after his victory in 458 BC?

• Returned to his farm

• Moved to another city

• Became king

• Started a new war

At what age was Cincinnatus asked to become dictator for the second time?

• 30 years old

• 65 years old

• 50 years old

• Around 80 years old

What was the motto of the Society of Cincinnati?

• He relinquished everything to save the republic

• For honor and country

• Freedom or death

• Unity and justice

What was the consequence for Rome after Cincinnatus's leadership?

• It entered a period of civil war

• It experienced a golden age of peace and prosperity

• It faced economic decline

• It strengthened its military and political institutions