Civil War: Conflict between opposing groups within the same country.
Julius Caesar: Military leader involved in the first ever triumvirate in Rome. In 44 BC, he was named dictator for life and was then killed on March 15, 44 BC.
Triumvirate: A group of three rulers.
Augustus: Title given to a ruler, which means "exalted one".
Pax Romana: "Roman peace"--a period of peace and prosperity lasting 207 years (27 BC - AD 180) after the start of Augustus' ruling.
3. What factors contributed to the fall of the Roman Republic? The growing discontent among lower classes in society and a breakdown in military order. Brothers Tiberius and Gaius Gracchus attempted to make the poor content. Following their death, a civil war took place in Rome. As the republic became more unstable, military generals seized power for themselves.
4. What were the main reasons for the Romans' success in controlling such a large empire? Efficient government and able leaders. For example, Augustus glorified Rome and also set up civil service. That is, he paid officers to manage people's affairs.
5. What measures did the government take to distract and control the masses of Rome? It provided free games, races, mock battles, and gladiator fights. By AD 250, Romans already celebrated 150 holidays in the Colosseum.
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