Augustus Caesar and the Roman Empire Assessment

What was one way Augustus Caesar maintained elements of the republic while wielding power?

• He eliminated all aspects of republican government
• He preserved some republican institutions while holding ultimate authority
• He gave complete power to the Senate
• He abolished the position of consul

Which natural defense strategy did Augustus Caesar implement?

• He built a series of underground tunnels
• He constructed walls around every city
• He relied on mountains and rivers as natural boundaries
• He created artificial islands for defense

How did Augustus Caesar impact Rome's economy?

• He restricted all trade between provinces
• He eliminated markets within the empire
• He decreased commercial activity
• He promoted trade throughout the provinces

What significant military reform did Augustus Caesar implement?

• He created a professional standing army
• He eliminated all military forces
• He relied solely on mercenaries
• He disbanded the Roman legions

How did Augustus Caesar differ from Julius Caesar in terms of rule duration?

• He ruled for exactly the same time
• He ruled for a shorter period
• He never officially ruled Rome
• He ruled for a longer period (13 years vs 2)

What administrative innovation did Augustus Caesar introduce?

• He eliminated all government positions
• He appointed governors to oversee provinces
• He let provinces govern themselves
• He gave complete control to local tribes

Which economic reform was implemented under Augustus Caesar?

• He banned all forms of currency
• He maintained separate currencies for each province
• He established a common currency
• He returned to a barter system

What was a similarity between Julius and Augustus Caesar?

• They both served exactly the same roles
• They both ruled fairly over their people
• They both died the same way
• They both banned the Senate

How did Augustus Caesar handle political power?

• He shared equal power with all citizens
• He gave complete control to foreign rulers
• He maintained power over senators, consuls, and tribunes
• He abolished all political positions

What system did Augustus Caesar establish that continues in modern governments?

• Tribal leadership
• Religious authority
• Military dictatorship
• Civil service employment