Ancient Rome and Early Christianity

civil war
a conflict between two political groups within the same country

Julius Caesar
elected as consul in 60 BC to rule Rome. Served in a triumvirate with wealthy Crassus and popular general Pompey. Appointed self governor of Gaul. In military served along soldiers and endured their hardships. Governed as an absolute ruler. Assassinated by the Senate

triumvirate
in ancient Rome, three leaders sharing control of the government

Augustus
Octavian was his given name. He was Caesar's grand nephew and adopted son. Ruled with Mark Antony and Lepidus until rivalries developed. Fought against Antony and Cleopatra. Became the unchallenged ruler of Rome and changed his name to this

Pax Romana
a period of peace and prosperity throughout the Roman Empire lasting from 27 BC to AD 180

What factors contributed to the fall of the Roman Republic?
Economic inequality, military upheaval, civil war, and the rise of Caesar.

What were the main reasons for the Roman's success in controlling such a large empire?
They had an efficient system government, able rulers, and a strong military

What measures did the government take to distract and control the masses of Rome?
They provided many free games and gladiator contests and organized many celebratory contests.

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