chapter 2.1 Octavian comes to rome : Octavian fulfils Caesars promises Flashcards
1
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what defined Octavian’s public image at this early point in his career ?
A
his relationship with JC
2
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how did Octavian fulfil JC’s will ?
A
He gave 75 denarii to each of Rome’s poor (the plebeians) and held games to honour Venus
3
Q
what is a denarius ?
A
a silver coin
4
Q
how did fulfilling the will help Octavian to win public favour ?
A
it helped him win the favour of the Plebeians and confirmed him as JC heir
5
Q
whilst the games were happening what happened in the sky and how was this interpreted ?
A
a comet flew over the sky and a soothsayer claimed that it was JC rising up to become a god after death.
