Caesar Background Info Recap

The Tragedy of Julius Caesar takes place in Rome, the capital of which modern-day country?

• Spain

• Greece

• France

• Italy

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Prior to a revolt, this dynasty family controlled Rome for hundreds of years:

• The Hannibals

• The Caesars

• The Tarquins

• The Conspirators

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After the revolt against the Tarquins, Rome decided on a compromise government between rich nobles and commoners known as what?

• The Senate

• The House of Represenatives

• The Parliament

• The New Roman Government

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This is the title of the highest position of power in Rome, and is similar to today's titles of "President" or "Prime Minister" :

• King

• Consul

• Supreme Leader

• Emperor

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Which was NOT one of the values of the Roman Republic?

• No individual with unlimited powers.

• Achieve maximum personal power.

• Gravity & self-control.

• Honor through service.

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Which was NOT one of the problems which caused some of the unrest and civil war in Rome?

• Rome defeated Carthage in a war, and expanded too quickly and suddenly.

• Senators used violence to achieve goals.

• Julius Caesar was given absolute power and is now the King of Rome.

• Powerful people began doing things for personal gain rather than the common good.

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