Brennus 4 BC

In 387 BC, Brennus led the Celts from northern France to besiege Clusium, sparking conflict with Rome. The Roman Senate sent Quintus Fabius and his brothers to negotiate, but violence ensued. The Celts, led by Brennus, marched towards Rome, defeating the Roman army at the Battle of the Allia. The Celts then sacked Rome, with citizens fleeing to the Capitoline Hill. Brennus demanded a heavy gold tribute, famously declaring 'Vae Victis' (woe to the vanquished). Eventually, the Celts were pushed out of Italy as the Roman Empire expanded, leading to the decline of Celtic culture.

What event led to the breakdown of peace talks between the Celts and Romans?

• The Celts attacked the Roman Senate.

• Quintus Fabius killed a Celtic Chieftain.

• The Roman Senate refused to negotiate.

• The Romans surrendered to the Celts.

How many Celtic warriors did Brennus lead towards Rome?

• 20,000

• 40,000

• 30,000

• 10,000

What was the main reason for the Roman defeat at the Battle of Alia?

• The Roman army was outnumbered.

• The Romans were betrayed by allies.

• The Celts had superior weapons.

• The Roman troops were inexperienced.

What psychological tactic did the Celts use to intimidate the Romans?

• They used fire to scare the Romans.

• They played a war trumpet called the carnyx.

• They disguised themselves as Roman soldiers.

• They spread false rumors about their strength.

What did the Celts find upon entering the city of Rome?

• The city was heavily fortified.

• The citizens were ready to fight.

• The city was abandoned.

• The Romans had set traps.

What did Brennus famously declare during the peace negotiations?

• Veni Vidi Vici

• Vae Victis

• Carpe Diem

• Alea Iacta Est

What eventually happened to the Celts in Italy?

• They established a permanent settlement in Rome.

• They were assimilated into Roman culture.

• They formed an alliance with the Romans.

• They were pushed out by the expanding Roman Empire.