Augustus and the Roman Empire

Augustus and the Roman Empire

Assessment

Interactive Video

History

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

FREE Resource

The video explores the life and legacy of Augustus, the first emperor of Rome. It covers his rise to power, strategic alliances, and conflicts, including his relationship with Marc Anthony and Cleopatra. Augustus' reign brought significant reforms, such as public services and infrastructure improvements. His succession plans and the transition to Tiberius are also discussed, highlighting his complex legacy of ambition and administration.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Augustus's birth name?

Marcus Antonius

Tiberius Claudius

Marcus Agrippa

Gaius Octavius

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who were the members of the Second Triumvirate?

Julius Caesar, Pompey, and Crassus

Marc Anthony, Cleopatra, and Octavia

Octavian, Marc Anthony, and Marcus Lepidus

Octavian, Tiberius, and Agrippa

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of the Battle of Actium?

Marc Anthony and Cleopatra were victorious

Octavian's forces, led by Agrippa, won

The battle ended in a stalemate

Rome was defeated by Egypt

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What title did Octavian take in 27 BCE?

King of Italy

Dictator for Life

Augustus Caesar

Emperor of Rome

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which public services did Augustus establish during his reign?

A postal service, police force, and fire brigade

A public library, hospital, and school

A banking system, stock exchange, and insurance

A navy, army, and air force

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Augustus maintain the appearance of a democratic rule?

By holding regular elections

By sharing power with the Senate

By allowing public referendums

By using the title of Tribune

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was Augustus's lifelong friend and military commander?

Marc Anthony

Marcus Lepidus

Tiberius Claudius

Marcus Agrippa

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