1.) For each term, write a sentence explaining its significance.
- civil war: a conflict between two political groups within the same country
- Julius Caesar: a military leader who joined forces with Crassus and Pompey; was elected consul in 59 BC
- triumvirate: in Ancient Rome, a group of three leaders sharing control of the government
- Augustus: "Octavian" was the unchallenged ruler of Rome. "Exalted one"
- Pax Romana: a period of peace and prosperity throughout the Roman Empire, lasting from 27 BC to AD 180
3.) What factors contributed to the fall of the Roman Republic?
- Empire was far too vast
- Catholic religion split --> causing conflict
- the constant hammering of Germans and nomads
- losing money because of raids
4.) What were the main reasons for the Romans' success in controlling such a large empire?
- Augustus was a very capable ruler and he set up an efficient government with paid civil servants
5.) What measures did the government take to distract and control the masses of Rome?
- the government provided free games, races, mock battles, and gladiator contest
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