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From Republic to Empire

Question 6 • IL-MS World History A

Why did Cicero speak out against Julius Caesar?

Answer
A
He thought that Caesar was a reformer for the plebeians.
B
He thought that Caesar was a danger to the entire republic.
C
He thought that Caesar was too weak to be a good military leader.
D
He thought that Caesar was too focused on his appearance to lead.

Explanation

Cicero opposed Caesar because he believed Caesar’s growing power threatened the Roman Republic and its system of government. His concern was not that Caesar was a weak general or overly concerned with his appearance, but that Caesar might undermine the republic by becoming a dictator. The correct choice is “He thought that Caesar was a danger to the entire republic.”

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