Julius Caesar: Roman History Worksheet
An 11th-grade social studies worksheet covering the life, achievements, and legacy of Julius Caesar, including his rise to power, military campaigns, and assassination.
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Julius Caesar: Roman History Worksheet
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Refer to your knowledge of ancient Roman history and Julius Caesar.
1. Which of the following was NOT a member of the First Triumvirate?
Julius Caesar
Gnaeus Pompeius Magnus
Marcus Licinius Crassus
Marcus Junius Brutus
2. The famous phrase 'Veni, vidi, vici' is attributed to Caesar after which victory?
Battle of Alesia
Battle of Pharsalus
Battle of Zela
Battle of Thapsus
3. Julius Caesar famously crossed the river, initiating a civil war against Pompey.
4. Caesar's assassination occurred on the Ides of March in 44 BCE, in the .
5. Caesar's military campaigns in Gaul significantly expanded the Roman Republic's territory.
True
False
6. Caesar was declared Dictator for Ten Years before his assassination.
True
False
7. Briefly describe the political reforms implemented by Julius Caesar during his time in power.
Match each term with its correct description.
8. Rubicon
a. Egyptian queen and ally of Caesar
9. Cleopatra VII
b. The calendar reform introduced by Caesar
10. Julian Calendar
c. River famously crossed by Caesar, signifying an irreversible decision
11. Observe the bust of Julius Caesar below. What characteristics of Roman portraiture are evident in this depiction?
