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What was unusual about the report that Julius Caesar wrote after putting down the revolt?
Veni, vidi, vici: I came, I saw, I conquered.
What did the Romans think of the people living to the north known as Gauls?
They thought the Gauls and Germanic tribes were barbarians and they thought they were crude and uncultured.
How did Julius Caesar show himself to be a brave and determined soldier?
After being released, he returned with an army to kill the pirates.
After serving as a consul Caesar became a proconsul. What did he decided to do as a proconsul?
He decided to conquer land north of Rome, called Gaul.
What kind of family did Julius Caesar come from?
The elite Julii family, one of the oldest and most powerful patrician families.
With whom did Julius Caesar form an alliance? Why?
He formed an alliance with Pompey because he wanted to gain things they wanted, such as land and power.
Why did Julius Caesar not become a priest of Jupiter after he was nominated or chosen, for this position?
There was feud, or conflict with another patrician family that kept him from being able to take tis position. He joined the army instead.
Why do teachers all around the world use Caesars book on the Garlic Wars to teach Latin to students?
It is very clear and well written.
How do we know that Julius Caesar was a proud, ambitious man who had a high opinion of himself?
He demanded a higher ransom.
What does the phrase veni, vidi, vici mean?
I came, I saw, I conquered.
What did Caesar wear on his head?
Civic Crown of oak leaves
Was Julius Caesar a successful soldier? Explain.
Yes, he was awarded the civic for his bravery.