Punic Wars
Who was Rome fighting against in the Punic Wars?
Carthage
Who were two leaders fighting for power after the Punic Wars?
Julius Caesar and Pompey
What position did Julius Caesar hold before becoming dictator?
General
Who was Julius Caesar’s adopted son?
Augustus (Octavian)
What did people in Rome want after years of wars?
A strong and fair leader
How many Punic Wars were there?
Three
What is a civil war?
A war where people from the same country fight each other
Why did the Senate assassinate Julius Caesar?
They feared he would become a dictator and take too much power
What title did Augustus take when he became Rome’s first emperor?
Princeps (or Emperor)
Why is Julius Caesar considered a strong leader?
He was brave, smart, and made reforms
Who was the famous Carthaginian general who crossed the Alps with elephants?
Hannibal
Why did Romans start fighting each other?
Many leaders wanted power and control over Rome
On what date was Julius Caesar assassinated?
March 15, 44 BCE (The Ides of March)
How did Augustus bring peace to Rome after years of civil war?
By reorganizing the government, army, and provinces
Why was Augustus considered a great leader?
He brought peace, stability, and improved government
What was the main result of Rome winning the Punic Wars?
Rome became the most powerful city in the Mediterranean
What happened when Pompey and Julius Caesar fought for power?
Rome was divided, and civil wars broke out between Romans
Who was Caesar’s famous ally in the First Triumvirate?
Pompey and Crassus
Name one achievement of Augustus during his reign.
Pax Romana, building projects, strengthening the army
What lesson about leadership can we learn from Caesar and Augustus?
Leaders should balance power with responsibility and care for their people
Name one problem Rome faced at home after the Punic Wars.
Wealth gap, poor farmers losing land, social unrest
What was the main result of the civil wars in Rome?
The civil wars destroyed the Republic and led to Julius Caesar becoming the most powerful leader in Rome.
Name one reform Caesar made in Rome.
Calendar, citizenship expansion, debt relief
How did Augustus’ leadership change Rome?
Rome became an empire with one ruler, more stability, and expanded territory
How can we apply lessons from Roman leaders today?
By making fair decisions, respecting others, and thinking about the good of the community