Warriors of Old
Who is Julius Caesar?
He crossed the Rubicon, attacking his own country
What is the "Last Decree?"
This declared martial law and allowed the Senate to get rid of its enemies without a trial.
When was Caesar killed?
42 BC
What is Actium?
Octavian defeated Marc Antony and Cleopatra in this battle.
What is Gaul?
Julius Caesar fought an eight-year war to take over this region.
Who is Octavian?
As the nephew of Caesar, he claimed to be Caesar's rightful heir and became a member of the 2nd Triumvirate.
Who said, "Let the die be cast."?
Caesar uttered this when crossing the Rubicon.
When was Cicero was elected consul?
63 BC
What is the Battle of Philippi?
The Caesarians defeated the Republicans in this battle, allowing them to firmly establish their power in Rome.
Where did Pompey see his last day?
On a boat attempting to reach the shores of Egypt.
Who is Brutus?
This man was a good friend of Caesar and a Senator; he led the conspiracy to kill Caesar
What is a triumvirate?
A group of three people ruling.
When did Caesar cross the border of his province and declare war on Rome?
(January 11) 49 BC.
What is Pharsalus?
Caesar chased down Pompey in Greece and defeated him in this battle; he then fled to Egypt and was killed.
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What is Neapolis?
The second part of the Battle of Philippi was fought to gain control of this important port town; everyone needed supplies!
Who is Cicero?
Who is CiceroWhile consul, he discovered a conspiracy to overthrow the government and decided to execute the conspirators without trial. Daily Double
What is the Pax Romana?
This is the peace that Octavian/Augustus achieved in Rome after years of war.
When did the Roman peace under Augustus begin?
27 BC
What is "The Gallic Wars"?
Caesar's book about his eight-year war in the northern territories.
Where did Casear see his "friends" for the last time?
Outside a theatre built by Pompey; near a statue of Pompey.
Who is Lepidus?
He is the third member of the 2nd Triumvirate; not related to Caesar.
What is Divi Filius?
This is the title that Augustus took when claiming to be the son of a god.
When was the battle of Philippi (where the Republicans were defeated)?
42 BC
What is a causeway?
Antony built this to cross the marsh and defeat Cassius in their final battle against each other; Cassius fell on his sword when he lost.
What is Cisalpine Gaul?
When Caesar became consul, he made a deal with the Senate that he would rule this area for a guaranteed five years.