Discuss the causes of the social unrest of the Late Republic and describe the attempts to deal with it, including the role of the dictators who came to power before Julius Caesar
What will be an ideal response?
Ans: Look for references to the dislocation caused by such factors as continuing warfare, the influx of wealth and slaves, and impoverishment of the countryside. The roles of Marius, Sulla, the Gracchi, and Pompey should be discussed.
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What will be an ideal response?
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What will be an ideal response?
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a. the British slave owners. b. the slaves themselves. c. the priests who converted the slaves. d. freed slaves whose job it was to manage the plantations.
Which statement best describes the Hellenistic era?
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