Egypt's Fall 1
What is the approximate date for Egypt's fall to Rome?
c. 30 B.C.
Who murdered Julius Caesar?
His best friend, Brutus and others.
Who did Octavius go to war against?
Antony and Cleopatra
Approximately when did Julius Caesar intervene in the Egyptian civil war in support of Cleopatra?
c. 48 B.C.
Why was Julius Caesar murdered?
Because he had no right to rule the Roman Empire which he had claimed.
What did Antony and Cleopatra do after they lost their kingdom?
They killed themselves.
Who was the last Egyptian Pharaoh?
Cleopatra
What happened to the Roman Empire after Julius Caesar's death?
It was divided among three leaders.
What did Octavius change his name to?
Caesar Augustus
What did Julius Caesar and Cleopatra have?
A son
Who ruled the eastern part of the Roman Empire?
Mark Antony
What did Caesar Augustus rule?
All of Egypt and Rome
What happened to Julius Caesar?
He was murdered
What was the capital city of the Roman Empire?
Alexandria
What brought widespread poverty to Egypt?
Roman law and taxes.