Vocabulary
True or False
Civil Wars: Conflicts between groups within the same country or state
True
The shift from the Roman Republic to the Roman Empire in what year?
27 BCE
Augustus established an ___________ form of government, becoming the sole ruler with the authority to make significant decisions
autocratic
Which Punic War was this?
Rome gains control of Sicily & Western Mediterranean Sea
1st Punic War
A legislative body in the Roman Republic that proposed laws, controlled the treasury and handled investigations.
Senate
Augustus died in what year?
14 CE
According to Augustus's account, how many times was the gateway of Janus Quirinus closed during his principate?
Three times
Which war was this?
Carthaginian General Hannibal's "surprise" attack through Spain & France
2nd Punic War
The quality of being clear and open, allowing for easy understanding and visibility of processes and information
Transparency
27 BCE- 180 CE
Pax Romana
Which of the following regions did Augustus establish colonies of retired soldiers?
Italy
What are the three elements of the Roman constitution, according to Polybius?
Consuls, Senators, and Assemblies
The highest authority or control over a government or state.
Supreme Power
509-27 B.C
The Roman Republic
Why did Augustus repeatedly refuse certain government titles and offices, as mentioned in the passage?
To demonstrate his disinterest in governance.
Why does Marcus Cicero argue that elected officials are necessary in a state?
Due to the need for wise and diligent governance, without which a state cannot exist.
A form of government where power is held by a small, privileged ruling class or nobility.
Aristocracy
Punic Wars
264-146 B.C
How did Augustus contribute to the maintenance of peace, as mentioned in the passage?
By suppressing piracy and extending Roman rule
According to the Twelve Tables (Source 1), what consequence did judges face if they accepted money or gifts to influence their decisions?
They would face the penalty of death.