What Do You Know About Gaius Julius Caesar

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Gaius Julius Caesar was the name of several members of the gens Julia in ancient Rome, it was the full name of the dictator, his grandfather, father, and his (tria nomina). So, if you have studied ancient world history, you might be familiar with his existence. What do you know about him? Let's find out with this quiz!


Questions and Answers
  • 1. 

    Gaius Julius Caesar played a critical role that led to the demise of the...

    • A.

      Spartacus

    • B.

      Roman Republic

    • C.

      Rome

    • D.

      Romans

    Correct Answer
    B. Roman Republic
    Explanation
    Gaius Julius Caesar played a critical role that led to the demise of the Roman Republic. As a military general and politician, Caesar was able to gain significant power and influence within the Roman government. He played a key role in the civil war against Pompey, ultimately emerging victorious and becoming the sole ruler of Rome. Caesar's actions, such as his reforms and his appointment as dictator for life, effectively ended the Roman Republic and marked the beginning of the Roman Empire.

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  • 2. 

    He pioneered new Rome referred to as the...

    • A.

      Roman Empire

    • B.

      Romans

    • C.

      Julio Caesar

    • D.

      Cicero

    Correct Answer
    A. Roman Empire
    Explanation
    The correct answer is the Roman Empire. The statement suggests that the person being referred to played a significant role in the creation or establishment of a new Rome, which eventually became known as the Roman Empire. This implies that the individual was instrumental in the expansion and consolidation of Roman power and influence, leading to the formation of an empire.

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  • 3. 

    The name Gaius is a Latin baby name meaning...

    • A.

      War

    • B.

      Conqueror

    • C.

      Rejoice

    • D.

      None of the above

    Correct Answer
    C. Rejoice
    Explanation
    The name Gaius has a Latin origin and it means "Rejoice". This name is associated with a sense of happiness and celebration. It does not mean "War" or "Conqueror". Therefore, the correct answer is "Rejoice".

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  • 4. 

    He was assassinated as a result of the conspiracy by many Roman...

    • A.

      Generals

    • B.

      Citizens

    • C.

      Senators

    • D.

      King

    Correct Answer
    C. Senators
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Senators. This suggests that the assassination was a result of a conspiracy involving multiple Roman senators.

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  • 5. 

    He was killed in Theatre of Pompey in the year...

    • A.

      49BC

    • B.

      44BC

    • C.

      43BC

    • D.

      45BC

    Correct Answer
    D. 45BC
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 45BC. This is the year in which the person mentioned in the question was killed in the Theatre of Pompey.

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  • 6. 

    Julius Caesar was a Roman senator, he was in the year...

    • A.

      105BC

    • B.

      130BC

    • C.

      140BC

    • D.

      100BC

    Correct Answer
    D. 100BC
    Explanation
    Julius Caesar was a Roman senator who lived during the 1st century BC. He was born in 100BC, which makes it the correct answer.

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  • 7. 

    Gaius was one of the three praenomina regularly used by the...

    • A.

      Julius Caesar

    • B.

      Julia

    • C.

      Sextus

    • D.

      Caesar

    Correct Answer
    A. Julius Caesar
    Explanation
    Gaius was one of the three praenomina (given names) regularly used by Julius Caesar.

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  • 8. 

    Livy mentions a senator named Gaius Julius who wrote a Roman history in Greek about...

    • A.

      139BC

    • B.

      140BC

    • C.

      141BC

    • D.

      143BC

    Correct Answer
    D. 143BC
    Explanation
    Livy mentions a senator named Gaius Julius who wrote a Roman history in Greek about 143BC. This suggests that Gaius Julius wrote his history during or after this year, providing a timeframe for his work.

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  • 9. 

    His brother, Sextus Julius Caesar was the Roman consul in the year...

    • A.

      150BC

    • B.

      157BC

    • C.

      156BC

    • D.

      151BC

    Correct Answer
    B. 157BC
  • 10. 

    Nothing is known of the career of Gaius Julius Caesar, his wife name is...

    • A.

      Calpurnia

    • B.

      Canine

    • C.

      Caroline

    • D.

      Calipha

    Correct Answer
    A. Calpurnia
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Calpurnia. This is because Calpurnia is a historically documented wife of Gaius Julius Caesar. While the other options (Canine, Caroline, and Calipha) do not have any known association with Caesar's wife.

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