Vocabulary
What is a republic?
A government where the people vote for their leaders
Why did some people in Rome not like Julius Caesar?
Some people thought he had too much power and wanted to be king, which made them afraid he would end the republic.
How did Julius Caesar become so powerful?
Caesar became powerful by being a great speaker, winning battles, and making friends with other strong leaders. He also helped poor people, which made many Roman citizens like him.
Who was Pompey and why was he important to Julius Caesar?
Pompey was a powerful general who worked with Caesar at first, but later became his enemy. They fought a big war, and Caesar won.
What important event happened in 100 B.C.?
Julius Caesar was born in Rome.
Who is a Patrician?
A wealthy upper-class citizen in Roman times.
What was the name of the river Caesar crossed that started a civil war?
It was the Rubicon River. Crossing it with his army meant he was declaring war on Rome’s leaders.
What was one big change Caesar made in Rome?
Caesar changed the calendar and created the "Julian calendar," which is similar to the one we use today!
What did Cleopatra do when she met Julius Caesar?
Cleopatra was the queen of Egypt. She wrapped herself in a carpet to secretly meet Caesar and ask for his help. He helped her become queen again.
In 60 B.C., what group did Caesar join with two other leaders to gain more power?
He joined the First Triumvirate with Pompey and Crassus.
What is an empire?
A large country that controls other regions or groups of people.
What did Julius Caesar do before becoming a leader?
He was a soldier and became a powerful general who won many battles.
What happened on the Ides of March?
On the Ides of March (March 15), 44 B.C., Julius Caesar was attacked and killed by a group of senators who thought he had too much power.
Why is Brutus a famous person from Caesar’s time?
Brutus was one of Caesar’s friends, but he helped plan the attack that killed Caesar because he thought Caesar had too much power.
What major accomplishment did Caesar achieve in 49 B.C.?
He crossed the Rubicon River and started a civil war in Rome.
What was an "oratory" in Ancient Rome?
speaking publicly.
What title did Julius Caesar give himself after winning the civil war?
He became “dictator for life,” which meant he had total control.
What was the Roman Republic, and how was it different from an empire?
The Roman Republic was a time when leaders were elected by the people and shared power. Later, during Caesar’s time, Rome started turning into an empire where one person, like Caesar, had most of the power.
Who was Mark Antony and how did he help Caesar?
Mark Antony was a loyal friend and soldier for Caesar. After Caesar died, Antony spoke at his funeral and made the people very angry at the killers.
What big change happened in 46 B.C.?
Julius Caesar became dictator of Rome.
How do you think people in Ancient Rome gestured for Silence?
waving an open hand in front of them
What happened to Rome after Caesar died?
Rome went through more wars, and eventually Caesar’s adopted son, Octavian (later Augustus), became the first emperor of Rome.
Who was Julius Caesar, and why was he famous in Ancient Rome?
Julius Caesar was a powerful Roman general and leader who helped change Rome from a republic to an empire. He is famous for winning battles, making new laws, and becoming the dictator of Rome.
What did Octavian do after Julius Caesar died?
Octavian was Caesar’s adopted son. He became very powerful and later became the first emperor of Rome. His name was changed to Augustus.
Why is March 15, 44 B.C., an important date in Caesar’s life?
That’s the day he was assassinated by a group of senators.