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From Republic to Empire

Question 4 • IL-MS World History A

How did Julius Caesar become dictator for life?

Answer
A
He held an election to allow the people to vote for a ruler.
B
He gave himself the title after the Senate appointed him as ruler.
C
He let the military generals choose the ruler based on experience in battle.
D
He was named ruler by the Senate after he threatened a military invasion.

Explanation

After Caesar defeated his political rivals and gained control of Rome, the Senate granted him extraordinary powers and appointed him dictator for life in 44 BCE. So he did not win an election or rely on generals choosing a ruler; the Senate formally gave him the title.

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