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The First Twelve Roman Emperors: Multiple Choice
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- 01Which emperor, known for his reclusive and suspicious nature, largely ruled from the island of Capri during the latter part of his reign?
- 02The third emperor of 69 AD, he was infamous for his gluttony and was killed by the forces of his successor, Vespasian.
- 03Which emperor restored stability after the civil war of 69 AD, founded the Flavian dynasty, and began construction of the Colosseum?
- 04After assassinating his predecessor Galba, this emperor's reign lasted only three months before he committed suicide following a military defeat.
- 05Who was the first of four emperors to rule during the chaotic 'Year of the Four Emperors' in 69 AD?
- 06The Great Fire of Rome in 64 AD occurred during the reign of which emperor, who was infamously accused of indifference while the city burned?
- 07Which emperor, the last of the Flavian dynasty, was known for his autocratic rule and was ultimately assassinated in a palace conspiracy?
- 08The eruption of Mount Vesuvius, which destroyed Pompeii and Herculaneum, occurred during the brief but popular reign of which emperor?
- 09Despite physical infirmities that led many to underestimate him, which emperor oversaw the successful Roman conquest of Britain?
- 10Though not technically an emperor, which Roman general's life and assassination on the Ides of March begins Suetonius's 'The Twelve Caesars'?
- 11Who was the first Roman Emperor, adopted son of Julius Caesar, who ushered in the era known as the Pax Romana?
- 12Which emperor was notorious for his eccentric behavior, including allegedly planning to appoint his favorite horse, Incitatus, as consul?