ELA 2B: Unit 2 - Julius Caesar: Fair Governance Quiz

Based on the text "The Rise of Julius Caesar," what was one of the reasons Caesar became a heroic figure among the Roman people?

• He was a nephew of Sulla.

• He conquered areas of modern France and Britain.

• He divorced his wife as ordered by Sulla.

• He was spared by Sulla.

What inference can be made about the Roman Senate's decision to elect Caesar as dictator for life?

• They believed in Caesar's vision for Rome.

• They feared for their careers and lives.

• They wanted to restore democracy.

• They were impressed by Caesar's military skills.

Analyze how the theme of power is developed in the text "The Rise of Julius Caesar."

• Power is shown as a tool for democracy.

• Power is depicted as a means to achieve personal goals.

• Power is portrayed as a burden.

• Power is illustrated as a shared responsibility.

In "The Roman Republic," how does the text structure contribute to the understanding of Roman governance?

• By listing the achievements of Roman kings.

• By comparing Roman governance to Greek governance.

• By describing the evolution of the Roman constitution.

• By narrating the life of a Roman senator.

What rhetorical strategy is used in the excerpt from "The Declaration of Independence" to emphasize the need for independence?

• Use of metaphors.

• Repetition of key phrases.

• Appeal to authority.

• Use of anecdotes.

Cite evidence from "The Rise of Julius Caesar" that explains why Caesar refused to disband his army.

• "Caesar was born in 100 BCE to a wealthy family."

• "Caesar led his army in an attack on Rome."

• "Caesar struck an alliance with Pompey."

• "Caesar joined a Roman army campaigning in Turkey."

What can be inferred about the Roman people's expectations of Caesar after he became dictator?

• They expected him to expand the empire.

• They hoped he would restore democracy.

• They wanted him to abolish the Senate.

• They expected him to improve the economy.

Compare the universal theme of governance in "The Roman Republic" and "The Rise of Julius Caesar."

• Both texts depict governance as inherently corrupt.

• Both texts show governance as a means of maintaining order.

• Both texts illustrate governance as a path to personal glory.

• Both texts portray governance as a temporary solution.

How does the use of historical context in "The Roman Republic" enhance the reader's understanding of Roman governance?

• By providing a timeline of Roman rulers.

• By explaining the cultural significance of Roman laws.

• By detailing the structure and function of the Senate.

• By describing the daily life of Roman citizens.

Analyze the rhetorical appeal used in the phrase "all men are created equal" from "The Declaration of Independence."

• Pathos, appealing to emotions.

• Ethos, establishing credibility.

• Logos, appealing to logic.

• Kairos, appealing to timeliness.