Quiz on Emperor Augustus and Ancient Rome

What was Augustus' birth name?

• Gaius Octavius Thurinus

• Julius Caesar

• Marcus Agrippa

• Marc Antony

When was Augustus born?

• July 12, 100 BC

• September 23, 63 BC

• March 15, 44 BC

• August 19, 14 AD

What title did Augustus use instead of king?

• Dictator Perpetuo

• Princeps Civitatis

• Consul

• Imperator

Which battle led to the defeat of Marc Antony and Cleopatra?

• Battle of Carrhae

• Battle of Philippi

• Battle of Actium

• Battle of Zama

What significant architectural claim did Augustus make on his deathbed?

• I found a Rome of bricks; I leave to you one of marble

• I restored the Republic

• I conquered all of Europe

• I built the greatest empire

Who became emperor after Augustus' death?

• Tiberius

• Claudius

• Caligula

• Nero

What was the primary role of the Second Triumvirate?

• To write laws

• To lead religious ceremonies

• To share supreme power in Rome

• To expand the empire

What month is named after Augustus?

• September

• June

• July

• August

How long did Augustus rule Rome?

• 30 years

• 25 years

• 50 years

• 41 years

What did Augustus establish for the city of Rome?

• The first hospital

• The first school

• The first library

• A permanent fire-fighting and police force