Roman Government
The Julian Family
The Flavian Family
Major Events
100

The body of elected aristocrats or participants that governed Rome.

What is the Senate?

100

The first Caesar, a brilliant general who became dictator for life.

Who is Julius Caesar?

100

The first Flavian Emperor who reigned from 69-79 A.D, he restored a Rome that was on the verge of collapse.

Who is Vespasian?

100

Good news came in the form of him amid the chaos of Rome.

Who is Jesus Christ?

200

A sole ruler for life.

What is dictator?

200

The second Caesar and member of the second Triumvirate.

Who is Octavian/ Augustus?

200

The Third Flavian Emperor, he restored ancient Roman religious practices. Ultimately, power changed him for the worst.

Who is Domitian?

200

In 64 A.D the mansions of the wealthy and hovels of the poor were destroyed under this catastrophe.

What is the Great Fire?

300

The system of government credited to Augustus, directed by officials and defended by a paid army.

What is the principate?

300

Emperor of Rome during the great fire, he persecuted many Christians.

Who is Nero?

300

The second Flavian Emperor, he died shortly after gaining power.

Who is Titus?

300

The period of "Roman Peace" from 27 B.C to 180 A.D.

What is Pax Romana?

400

The name of a division of the Roman army. They were used to help army commanders become emperor.

What are Legions?

400

The fifth emperor of the Julian family, many thought he was strange, yet he proved to be a capable leader.

Who is Cladius?

400

List the three Flavian's in chronological order?

Who are Vespasian, Titus, and Domitian?

400

Bonus: This pitcher gave up one hit and faced the minimum in last nights Brewers victory.

Who is Robert Gasser?

500

A government official appointed by a ruler who takes care of the day-to-day workings.

What are Bureaucrats?

500

List all six Caesar's in order.

Who are Julius, Augustus, Tiberius, Caligula, Claudius and Nero?

500

From what years did the Flavian dynasty reign?

What is 69-96 A.D?

500
Bonus: The period of time from 68 A.D to 69 A.D is known as this.

What is the "Year of the Four Emperors"?