Question 1

What did the works of Virgil seek to express, and what was their effect on the Roman people and empire?

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Question 2

Describe the duration of the Principate and the state of the empire during its time.

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Question 3

Which of the following is true of political participation after 287 BCE?

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After 287 BCE, the Lex Hortensia was passed, making the decisions of the Plebeian Council binding on all Romans, effectively allowing all Romans (with minor exceptions) to be elected to any office, thus increasing political participation among the plebeians.

Question 4

The paterfamilias was the

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The paterfamilias was the oldest living male of a family, who held the highest authority and decision-making power over the family members.

Question 5

What changes did Augustus (Octavian) make to the Roman state and empire upon becoming emperor?

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Question 6

Explain the circumstances under which Hellenistic states fell to the rising Roman Empire.

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Question 7

Compare and contrast the political system that developed in Rome with the political systems that prevailed in Alexander's successor states. Why did republicanism evolve in the one and divine kingship in the other?

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Question 8

Describe the social dynamic of the Roman family and the power of the paterfamilias.

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Question 9

How did Rome acquire the kingdom of Pergamum?

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The kingdom of Pergamum was acquired by Rome because its last king, Attalus III, willed the kingdom to Rome upon his death in 133 BC.

Question 10

Compare and contrast the writings of the Roman poets Lucretius and Catullus. How did they represent different strands of Greek influence on Roman culture?

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Question 11

How was the Pontifex Maximus chosen?

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The Pontifex Maximus was chosen through an election process by the College of Pontiffs, which was a group of high-ranking priests. The selection was not based on appointment by the emperor, hierarchical promotion, or dynastic heredity.

Question 12

What were the major values embraced by the Roman people? Discuss the role played by agriculture, the family, and religion in shaping Roman civilization.

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Question 13

In what ways was Roman religion a product of the blending of its native customs and the religions of the territories it conquered?

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Question 14

The priests that observed the flight of birds were the

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Augurs were a group of priests in ancient Rome whose main role was to interpret the will of the gods by observing the flight patterns and behaviors of birds. This practice, known as "augury," was considered crucial for making important decisions, ranging from matters of state to personal affairs.

Question 15

Discuss the social tensions that divided Rome in its early history. How were these tensions ultimately resolved?

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Quiz 5: Classical Rome: From Republic to Empire