Western Civ Chap 5
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Julius Caesar's eighteen-year-old grandnephew and adopted son _____________ won the support of Caesar's soldiers by promising them rewards from their murdered general's wealth.
- A.
Mark Antony
- B.
Lepidus
- C.
Cicero
- D.
Octavian
- E.
Livy
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D. OctavianExplanation
Octavian, Julius Caesar's grandnephew and adopted son, won the support of Caesar's soldiers by promising them rewards from their murdered general's wealth.Rate this question:
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Octavian's victory over Mark Antony in the naval battle of _________ in 31 B.C.E. won the war.
- A.
Actium
- B.
Pompeii
- C.
Alexandria
- D.
Cannae
- E.
Marsallia
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A. ActiumExplanation
Octavian's victory over Mark Antony in the naval battle of Actium in 31 B.C.E. won the war. This battle was a significant turning point in the Roman Civil War, as it marked the end of Antony and Cleopatra's resistance against Octavian's forces. Octavian's victory at Actium allowed him to consolidate his power and establish himself as the sole ruler of Rome, leading to the foundation of the Roman Empire.Rate this question:
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The epic poem by ____________ called the Aeneid told the story of the Trojan Aeneas, who was the legendary founder of the Roman people.
- A.
Ovid
- B.
Virgil
- C.
Cassius Dio
- D.
Livy
- E.
Horace
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B. VirgilExplanation
Virgil is the correct answer because he is the author of the epic poem called the Aeneid. The Aeneid tells the story of Aeneas, a Trojan hero who is considered the legendary founder of the Roman people. Ovid, Cassius Dio, Livy, and Horace are all famous Roman writers, but they did not write the Aeneid.Rate this question:
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The historian ___________ composed a history of Rome that did not conceal Augustus's ruthlessness, but did not anger the princeps because the work also emphasized the traditional values of loyalty and self-sacrifice.
- A.
Ovid
- B.
Virgil
- C.
Cassius Dio
- D.
Livy
- E.
Horace
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D. LivyExplanation
Livy is the correct answer because he was a historian who wrote a history of Rome that presented Augustus in a balanced way. Livy did not hide Augustus's ruthlessness but also emphasized traditional values such as loyalty and self-sacrifice. This approach would have pleased Augustus, who wanted to be seen as a ruler who upheld Roman traditions and values.Rate this question:
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The poet ____________ was exiled for mocking the emperor's moral legislation and for his involvement in a sexual scandal with the emperor's granddaughter.
- A.
Ovid
- B.
Virgil
- C.
Catullus
- D.
Juvenal
- E.
Horace
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A. OvidExplanation
Ovid was exiled for mocking the emperor's moral legislation and for his involvement in a sexual scandal with the emperor's granddaughter. This suggests that Ovid's actions and writings were seen as disrespectful and offensive to the emperor and his family. As a result, he was banished from Rome and sent into exile.Rate this question:
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After the murder of Caligula, ____________ became emperor because the Praetorian Guard backed him.
- A.
Tiberius
- B.
Nero
- C.
Vespasian
- D.
Titus
- E.
Claudius
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E. ClaudiusExplanation
After the murder of Caligula, Claudius became emperor because the Praetorian Guard backed him. The Praetorian Guard was the imperial bodyguard, and their support was crucial in determining who would become the next emperor. In the chaos following Caligula's assassination, Claudius was able to gain the favor and support of the Praetorian Guard, which ultimately led to his ascension to the throne.Rate this question:
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- 7.
_____________ suppressed a Jewish revolt by turning Jerusalem into a military colony.
- A.
Domitian
- B.
Caligula
- C.
Titus
- D.
Hadrian
- E.
Vespasian
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D. HadrianExplanation
Hadrian suppressed a Jewish revolt by turning Jerusalem into a military colony. This means that he took military action to crush the rebellion and then established a military presence in Jerusalem to maintain control and prevent further uprisings.Rate this question:
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In his Parallel Lives, the essayist and philosopher __________ wrote paired biographies of renown Greek and Roman men.
- A.
Livy
- B.
Cicero
- C.
Plutarch
- D.
Tacitus
- E.
Juvenal
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C. PlutarchExplanation
Plutarch is the correct answer because he is known for his work called Parallel Lives, where he wrote biographies of famous Greek and Roman men. This work is considered a valuable historical and biographical resource as it provides comparisons between the lives of notable individuals from both ancient civilizations.Rate this question:
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- 9.
The Annals by __________ was a harsh narrative of the Julio-Claudian dynasty that exposed Augustus's ruthlessness and his successors' crimes.
- A.
Livy
- B.
Cicero
- C.
Plutarch
- D.
Tacitus
- E.
Juvenal
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D. TacitusExplanation
Tacitus's The Annals is a historical work that provides a critical and harsh account of the Julio-Claudian dynasty. It specifically focuses on exposing the ruthlessness of Augustus and the crimes committed by his successors. Tacitus's narrative is known for its unflinching portrayal of the darker aspects of Roman history, making it a fitting choice for a book that reveals the harsh realities of the Julio-Claudian dynasty.Rate this question:
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The satiric poet ___________ wrote about pretentious Romans and the indignities of living broke in the capital.
- A.
Plutarch
- B.
Juvenal
- C.
Lucian
- D.
Virgil
- E.
Apuleius
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B. JuvenalExplanation
Juvenal is a satiric poet who wrote about pretentious Romans and the challenges of living in poverty in the capital city. His works often criticized the corruption and decadence of Roman society, using humor and irony to highlight the absurdities of the time. Juvenal's satires provide a valuable insight into the social and political issues of ancient Rome, making him a significant figure in Roman literature.Rate this question:
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- 11.
Jesus was crucified under the orders of ____________ for sedition in Jerusalem in 30 C.E.
- A.
Pliny
- B.
Nero
- C.
Pontius Pilate
- D.
Tiberius
- E.
Herod Antipas
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C. Pontius PilateExplanation
Pontius Pilate is the correct answer because historical records indicate that he was the Roman governor of Judea at the time of Jesus' crucifixion. It is documented that Pilate ordered Jesus' execution after being pressured by Jewish religious leaders who accused Jesus of sedition against the Roman Empire. This event is a significant event in Christian history and is mentioned in the New Testament of the Bible.Rate this question:
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Paul of Tarsus, who had violently opposed followers of Jesus, had a spiritual vision on his way to ____________ that inspired him to become a follower of Jesus himself.
- A.
Rome
- B.
Jerusalem
- C.
Damascus
- D.
Athens
- E.
Alexandria
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C. DamascusExplanation
Paul of Tarsus, who had violently opposed followers of Jesus, had a spiritual vision on his way to Damascus that inspired him to become a follower of Jesus himself. This suggests that Damascus was a significant location where Paul's transformation took place.Rate this question:
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- 13.
After a great fire in Rome in 64 C.E., the emperor __________ punished Christians as arsonists.
- A.
Augustus
- B.
Nero
- C.
Tiberius
- D.
Caligula
- E.
Vespasian
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B. NeroExplanation
After the great fire in Rome in 64 C.E., the emperor Nero punished Christians as arsonists. Nero is historically known for his persecution of Christians, and after the fire, he blamed them for starting it. This led to the brutal persecution and execution of many Christians during his reign.Rate this question:
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In his memoirs known today as Meditations, the emperor __________ put down his own set of beliefs, which were based on the morally centered philosophy of Stoicism.
- A.
Vespasian
- B.
Hadrian
- C.
Titus
- D.
Trajan
- E.
Marcus Aurelius
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E. Marcus AureliusExplanation
Marcus Aurelius is the correct answer because the question states that the emperor put down his own set of beliefs in his memoirs known as Meditations, which align with the morally centered philosophy of Stoicism. This description matches Marcus Aurelius, as he was a Roman emperor who wrote the Meditations and was known to be influenced by Stoic philosophy.Rate this question:
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The theologian ____________ argued that Christianity was superior to Hellenic philosophy as a guide to correct living.
- A.
Plotinus
- B.
Justin
- C.
Origen
- D.
Tertullian
- E.
Paul of Tarsus
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C. OrigenExplanation
Origen argued that Christianity was superior to Hellenic philosophy as a guide to correct living. He believed that Christianity offered a deeper understanding of the divine and a more moral and virtuous way of life compared to the teachings of Hellenic philosophy. Origen emphasized the importance of spiritual growth and the pursuit of knowledge through scripture, prayer, and contemplation. He saw Christianity as a transformative and transformative force that could lead individuals to a higher level of spiritual enlightenment and communion with God.Rate this question:
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When he became emperor in 193 C.E., _________ tried to restore imperial prestige and acquire new revenue through foreign conquest.
- A.
Septimius Severus
- B.
Caracalla
- C.
Marcus Aurelius
- D.
Trajan
- E.
Valerian
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A. Septimius SeverusExplanation
Septimius Severus tried to restore imperial prestige and acquire new revenue through foreign conquest when he became emperor in 193 C.E.Rate this question:
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On the death of his father in 211 C.E., __________ seized power by killing his brother and beginning a reign that marks the end of Rome's Golden Age of peace and prosperity.
- A.
Septimius Severus
- B.
Caracalla
- C.
Marcus Aurelius
- D.
Trajan
- E.
Valerian
Correct Answer
B. CaracallaExplanation
Caracalla seized power after his father's death by killing his brother and starting a reign that marked the end of Rome's Golden Age. This suggests that Caracalla's actions and rule brought about a significant change in the peaceful and prosperous era of Rome.Rate this question:
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A major threat appeared on the eastern edge of the Roman empire in the late second and early third centuries C.E. when the __________ defeated the Parthian empire and revitalized the ancient Persian kingdom.
- A.
Germans
- B.
Gauls
- C.
Goths
- D.
Sassanids
- E.
Palmyrans
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D. SassanidsExplanation
The correct answer is Sassanids. The Sassanids defeated the Parthian empire and revitalized the ancient Persian kingdom, posing a major threat to the eastern edge of the Roman empire in the late second and early third centuries C.E.Rate this question:
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Believing that the troubles of the late Roman Empire were caused by the anger of the Roman gods at the presence of the Christians who denied them, the emperor ____________ began a systematic persecution of the Christians and proclaimed himself aRestorer of the Cults.a
- A.
Caracalla
- B.
Decius
- C.
Valerian
- D.
Macrinus
- E.
Diocletian
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B. DeciusExplanation
During the late Roman Empire, the emperor Decius believed that the troubles faced by the empire were a result of the anger of the Roman gods towards the Christians who denied them. In order to appease the gods and restore the traditional Roman cults, Decius initiated a systematic persecution of the Christians. He proclaimed himself as a Restorer of the Cults, indicating his intention to revive the worship of the Roman gods and suppress the influence of Christianity.Rate this question:
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- 20.
In the early 280s C.E., the dynamic emperor ____________ restored the principate by replacing it with a new form of authoritarian leadership.
- A.
Caracalla
- B.
Decius
- C.
Valerian
- D.
Macrinus
- E.
Diocletian
Correct Answer
E. DiocletianExplanation
In the early 280s C.E., Diocletian restored the principate by replacing it with a new form of authoritarian leadership.Rate this question:
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- 21.
Augustus used the title princeps:
- A.
Because he did not want to appear threatening to his countrymen by claiming a more monarchical title.
- B.
Because it was Latin for emperor.
- C.
Because it was the title the Senate chose to bestow upon him.
- D.
Because he wanted a non-military title to emphasize his statecraft.
Correct Answer
A. Because he did not want to appear threatening to his countrymen by claiming a more monarchical title.Explanation
Learning from the fate of his great-uncle Caesar, who was assassinated when he appeared to have monarchical ambitions, Augustus disguised his authority behind the title princeps, which means "first man." This gave the illusion that he had no more authority than any other leader.Rate this question:
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- 22.
Which of the following statements is false?
- A.
Slaves who acquired funds would sometimes buy slaves for themselves.
- B.
Slaves could protest inhumane treatment to the tribunes.
- C.
Freed slaves acquired Roman citizenship.
- D.
Some male slaves ran businesses for their masters.
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B. Slaves could protest inhumane treatment to the tribunes.Explanation
Roman slaves could run businesses for their masters, buy their own freedom, and even acquire citizenship when they were freed. They had no legal recourse when their masters mistreated them.Rate this question:
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- 23.
Transforming the traditional patron-client system to suit the principate, Augustus saw himself as the patron of:
- A.
The elite
- B.
Common people
- C.
The military
- D.
All of society
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D. All of societyExplanation
Augustus redirected the traditional patron-client system toward himself so that he was the patron of all society.Rate this question:
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- 24.
Most urban residents of Rome lived in:
- A.
Private houses
- B.
Boarding houses
- C.
Small apartments
- D.
Suburban cottages
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C. Small apartmentsExplanation
Most urban residents of Rome lived in small apartments in multistoried buildings called islands. The poorest tenants lived on the top floors.Rate this question:
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Why did oratory, or rhetorical public speaking, lose its bite during the Augustan age?
- A.
There was a shortage of skilled oratory teachers.
- B.
Political criticism was no longer allowed.
- C.
The Senate had been dissolved.
- D.
People became more interested in gladiator shows than public speeches.
Correct Answer
B. Political criticism was no longer allowed.Explanation
When Augustus came to power, political criticism was no longer acceptable. Instead, rhetorical public speeches were used to praise the emperor and emphasize traditional values.Rate this question:
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In order to avoid any violent struggles for supreme power at his death, Augustus:
- A.
Trained an heir to take over as princeps.
- B.
Prepared the army to maintain peace.
- C.
Exiled powerful opponents.
- D.
Relied on the Senate to appoint a worthy successor.
Correct Answer
A. Trained an heir to take over as princeps.Explanation
Augustus had no son, so he adopted a relative named Tiberius and trained him for the principate. When Augustus died in 14 C.E., the Senate accepted Tiberius as the new "first man."Rate this question:
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Which pair of emperors wasted huge sums and scandalized Rome with undignified public displays?
- A.
Caligula and Nero
- B.
Claudius and Tiberius
- C.
Titus and Vespasian
- D.
Domitian and Trajan
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A. Caligula and NeroExplanation
Both Caligula and Nero wasted huge sums of money and scandalized Rome with their public behavior. Caligula often dressed in women's clothing, and Nero engaged in public singing performances.Rate this question:
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All of the following were advantages for the five Good Emperors except:
- A.
The wealth brought from newly conquered territories.
- B.
The army's obedience.
- C.
A century of peaceful successions.
- D.
Abundant tax revenues.
Correct Answer
A. The wealth brought from newly conquered territories.Explanation
By the time of the five Good Emperors, who ruled between 96 and 180 C.E., Roman conquest of new territory had reached its limits. These emperors benefited instead from the support of the army, peaceful successions, and abundant tax revenues.Rate this question:
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What was the principal source of revenue for imperial government and defense from the first century C.E. onward?
- A.
A head tax on all men over 20 years of age
- B.
Revenue and booty from conquered territory
- C.
A tax on agricultural land in the provinces
- D.
An inheritance tax
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C. A tax on agricultural land in the provincesExplanation
By the first century of the Common Era, Roman expansion into new territories had reached its limits. The imperial government relied instead on taxes from the provinces to support itself.Rate this question:
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Which of the following is not true of Rome's aGolden Age,a which lasted from 96 to 180 C.E.?
- A.
Most provinces were peaceful and had little need for garrisons.
- B.
The stable empire did not concern itself with law.
- C.
Long-distance trade for luxury goods from India and China flourished.
- D.
The army spread a common way of life by enlisting non-citizens from the provinces as auxiliaries.
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B. The stable empire did not concern itself with law.Explanation
During Rome's "Golden Age" there was widespread peace, flourishing long-distance trade, and the spread of a common culture. Golden Age emperors did believe law was crucial, and Romans prided themselves on accomplishing order and justice through law.Rate this question:
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Which of the following best describes the origins of Christianity?
- A.
It was part of a philosophical trend advocating ethical behavior.
- B.
It was an entirely new religion that had no relation to other sects.
- C.
It was a splinter group within Judaism in Judea.
- D.
It was a Messianic cult embraced by opponents of Roman rule.
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C. It was a splinter group within Judaism in Judea.Explanation
Christianity began as a sect of Judaism. Jesus and his initial followers were all Jews. Jesus's followers identified him as the Messiah but without political connotations.Rate this question:
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What was Judea like during the time of Jesus?
- A.
Judea was prosperous and peaceful.
- B.
Jewish religious thought in Judea was uniform.
- C.
A Jewish revolt had recently ended in disaster.
- D.
Judea was unsettled by religious controversy and political unrest.
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D. Judea was unsettled by religious controversy and political unrest.Explanation
During the life of Jesus, Judea was torn between several religious and political factions. Most Jews were discontent with foreign rule, and there was much disagreement about the proper form Judaism should take.Rate this question:
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The belief that God will send an aanointed onea (Hebrew, Messiah; Greek, Christ) to conquer the forces of evil and punish the wicked is:
- A.
Stoicism.
- B.
Apocalypticism.
- C.
Judaism.
- D.
Neoplatonism.
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B. Apocalypticism.Explanation
Apocalypticism, from the Greek word for "revealing what is hidden," is a worldview in which evil forces control the present world until God sends an "anointed one" to defeat them. Apocalypticism influenced Judaism but it is not identical to it.Rate this question:
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How did Paul of Tarsus make conversion to Christianity easier?
- A.
He insisted that Jesus's teachings were not intended for the Jews.
- B.
He held that Christians did not have to observe all of the provisions of Jewish law.
- C.
He said that baptism alone was needed to be a righteous Christian.
- D.
He explained Christianity in Neoplatonic terms familiar to people outside Judea.
Correct Answer
B. He held that Christians did not have to observe all of the provisions of Jewish law.Explanation
Paul of Tarsus preached to non-Jews and stressed that while ethical behavior was necessary along traditional Jewish lines, converts to Christianity did not need to follow all the provisions of Jewish law such as circumcision and dietary restrictions.Rate this question:
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All of the following are reasons that most Romans were irritated by Christianity except:
- A.
Christians worshipped an enemy of the state.
- B.
Christians denied the emperor's divinity.
- C.
Christians believed in supernatural miracles.
- D.
Christians were believed to practice cannibalism.
Correct Answer
C. Christians believed in supernatural miracles.Explanation
Many cults in the Roman Empire believed in supernatural powers and events. Christians were puzzling and irritating because they followed a criminal enemy of the state, denied the emperor's divinity, and ate the "body and blood" of Jesus at "Love Feasts."Rate this question:
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In the mid-third century, all of the following created a crisis for government and society except:
- A.
Earthquakes and epidemics.
- B.
The emperors' desperate schemes to raise money to pay and equip their troops.
- C.
The efforts of ambitious generals to command personal armies and seize power.
- D.
A growing democratic movement that blocked imperial attempts at reform.
Correct Answer
D. A growing democratic movement that blocked imperial attempts at reform.Explanation
In the mid-third century, political instability, natural disaster, and an economic crisis combined to create a general crisis in Roman government and society.Rate this question:
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What was the result of the debasing of imperial coinage?
- A.
Further inflation
- B.
The government's costs were cut
- C.
Political stability
- D.
More coins allowed an increase in trade
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A. Further inflationExplanation
Emperors responded to inflation by debasing coins, which meant that each coin contained less silver. Merchants responded to this by inflating their prices even further to make up for the reduction in the value of debased coins.Rate this question:
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Who murdered his brother Geta, ending the peace and prosperity of the Roman Golden Age?
- A.
Caracalla
- B.
Septimius
- C.
Macrinus
- D.
Aurelian
Correct Answer
A. CaracallaExplanation
Caracalla (r. 211-217 C.E.) murdered his brother and seized the imperial throne for himself. His violent and spendthrift reign marked the end of Rome's Golden Age and was followed by decades of violent political unrest.Rate this question:
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All of the following were consequences of the political troubles of the mid-third century except:
- A.
Damage to the agricultural system.
- B.
The end of polytheism.
- C.
Invasions by foreign enemies.
- D.
The destruction of the elite's sense of public service.
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B. The end of polytheism.Explanation
Some interpreted the troubles of the third century as punishments from gods angry at the Christians, who refused to worship in the state cults. Emperors launched attacks on Christianity; a good example is Decius (r. 249-251 C.E.), who called himself the "Restorer of Cults" and persecuted Christians zealously.Rate this question:
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Why were soldiers demoralized in the early third century?
- A.
The emperors awarded higher salaries to German mercenaries.
- B.
Inflation had dramatically devalued their wages.
- C.
They were forbidden to cross the empire's borders and raid for plunder.
- D.
The emperors increased the number of years that they were required to serve.
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B. Inflation had dramatically devalued their wages.Explanation
Inflation had dramatically reduced the value of soldiers' wages.Rate this question:
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All of the following were members of the Second Triumvirate except:
- A.
Octavian
- B.
Julius Caesar
- C.
Lepidus
- D.
Mark Antony
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B. Julius CaesarExplanation
Julius Caesar had been assassinated, the act that had instigated a civil war between generals. Octavian was victorious and then joined together with his opponents, Marc Antony and Lepidus, to form the Second Triumvirate.Rate this question:
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Which of the following was not an innovation begun by Augustus?
- A.
Rome's first police force
- B.
The first public fire department in Western history
- C.
An inheritance tax
- D.
Gladiatorial combat
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D. Gladiatorial combatExplanation
Augustus established a police force and public fire department for Rome and instituted an inheritance tax. Gladiatorial combat was a Roman tradition long before the rule of Augustus.Rate this question:
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Which of the following is not true about the Praetorian Guard?
- A.
They were the first troops ever to be stationed in Rome.
- B.
They were established by Augustus to prevent rebellion.
- C.
They played no role in deciding the succession of the principate.
- D.
They were a visible reminder that the princeps's power was grounded in force.
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C. They played no role in deciding the succession of the principate.Explanation
The Praetorian Guard, which was the bodyguard of the princeps, often played a key role in the succession of the principate. They murdered emperors they did not like, such as Caligula, and their support was crucial for new emperors to take the throne.Rate this question:
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Which of the following is true about gladiatorial shows?
- A.
The emperor never attended because they were too violent for upper-class taste.
- B.
Only male slaves and war captives were gladiators.
- C.
Gladiators always fought to the death.
- D.
Gladiatorial shows originated as part of extravagant funerals.
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D. Gladiatorial shows originated as part of extravagant funerals.Explanation
Gladiatorial shows originated as part of funeral ceremonies. Emperors often sponsored these shows as a gesture of generosity. Freemen and, rarely, women could be professional gladiators and sometimes became wealthy as a result. They did not always fight to the death.Rate this question:
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- 45.
Sculpture under Augustus most closely resembled the sculpture of:
- A.
Republican Rome
- B.
Ancient Egypt
- C.
The Etruscans
- D.
Classical Greece
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D. Classical GreeceExplanation
Augustus commissioned art that was reminiscent of the serene, idealized style of Classical Greece.Rate this question:
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What is the name of the first dynasty to rule the Roman Empire?
- A.
The Augustinian
- B.
The Flavian
- C.
The Julio-Claudian
- D.
The Severan
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C. The Julio-ClaudianExplanation
The Julio-Claudian dynasty, which succeeded Augustus at his death in 14 C.E., ruled the Empire from 14 to 68 C.E.Rate this question:
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Which of the following did Vespasian promote to consolidate his authority?
- A.
Enrolling men in the Senate from his home province, Transalpine Gaul
- B.
Employing freed slaves as administrators
- C.
Spreading the imperial cult (worship of the emperor as a god) in the provinces outside Italy
- D.
Establishing lucrative trade contacts with distant lands such as India and China
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C. Spreading the imperial cult (worship of the emperor as a god) in the provinces outside ItalyExplanation
In the Hellenistic kingdoms to the east, people had long worshiped their rulers as gods. By promoting an imperial cult, Vespasian built on local tradition and extended it to other provinces.Rate this question:
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- 48.
Where were most of the Roman legions concentrated during Rome's Golden Age?
- A.
In Gaul, where resistance to imperial rule was intense
- B.
On the northern and eastern frontiers facing hostile neighbors
- C.
In Italy, where they were needed to control civil unrest
- D.
Along the trade routes from Egypt, Spain, and Gaul to protect Rome's grain supply
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B. On the northern and eastern frontiers facing hostile neighborsExplanation
During Rome's Golden Age, the provinces within the Empire were relatively peaceful. But Germanic-speaking tribes to the north and the Parthian Empire to the east required a heavier concentration of legions to protect the frontiers.Rate this question:
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Which of the following best describes Romanization?
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Roman culture was forcibly imposed at the expense of local cultures.
- B.
Romans and local people produced new mixed cultural traditions.
- C.
Roman law was extended to the provinces but had little effect on provincial cultures.
- D.
Roman culture gradually erased the local cultures and traditions of the provinces.
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B. Romans and local people produced new mixed cultural traditions.Explanation
The process of Romanization is best described as a mixture of cultural traditions as Roman customs came into contact with local customs in the provinces.Rate this question:
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All of the following describe aspects of reproduction during the empire except:
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Infant girls were more often abandoned than infant boys.
- B.
Contraception was not practiced.
- C.
Wealthy people often adopted children within their communities.
- D.
Because so many babies died, parents had to produce numerous offspring to ensure survivors.
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B. Contraception was not practiced.Explanation
Romans relied on female contraception through vaginal sponges or drugs to attempt to control family size.Rate this question:
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