Battle of Nicopolis, 48 BC Pontus challenges Rome

Battle of Nicopolis, 48 BC Pontus challenges Rome

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In 48 BC, Julius Caesar's authority in the East was challenged by Farnes, son of Mithradates. While Caesar was besieged in Alexandria, Demetrius Calvinus was tasked with defending Roman territories in Asia Minor. Despite extensive military preparations, Demetrius faced a strategic defeat at the Battle of Necropolis against Farnes. This defeat allowed Farnes to reclaim territories and act as a conqueror, exploiting Caesar's vulnerable position.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Julius Caesar's primary concern after his victory over the Senate's greatest general?

Celebrating his victory

Pursuing Pompey immediately

Making important administrative decisions

Returning to Rome

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who exploited Caesar's situation in Alexandria to seize territories?

Pompey

Farnes II

Demetrius Calvinus

Mithradati's Jupiter

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Demetrius Calvinus's strategy to counter Farnes's advances?

Seek reinforcements from Rome

Prepare a strong military response

Negotiate peace with Farnes

Retreat to a safer location

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Farnes attempt to gain an advantage over Demetrius near Necropolis?

By launching a surprise attack

By sending peace proposals

By cutting off Roman supply lines

By retreating to higher ground

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did Demetrius reject Farnes's peace proposals?

He was ordered by Caesar to reject them

He wanted to attack immediately

He believed Farnes was insincere

He wanted to negotiate directly with Caesar

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Farnes's strategy to delay Demetrius from aiding Caesar?

Retreating to a fortified position

Building defensive ditches

Ambushing Roman reinforcements

Attacking Roman supply lines

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of the battle near Necropolis for the Romans?

A stalemate

A disastrous defeat

A strategic retreat

A decisive victory

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