chapter 2.3 augustus' reign : augustus saves the republic Flashcards
1
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what is a principate ?
A
a government ruled by one man
2
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what is a princeps senatus ?
A
the 1st member of the senate, voted on every 5 years
3
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when did the senate elect him princeps senatus ?
A
28BCE
4
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In 27BCE Octavian did what?
A
he relinquished all unconstitutional powers he held
5
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what is a civic crown ?
A
the 2nd highest military honour a roman could achieve, usually gifted after saving a life
6
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what provinces did the senate give Octavian control of ?
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Spain, Gaul, Egypt and Syria - gave him control of the grain supply
7
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what was so important about Octavians name (augustus) gifted by the senate ?
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it has religious connotations and links him to lares ( Rome’s household gods) -> augury also
8
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How did the name help boost his image ?
A
emphasises his religious duties and pietas
