I Gracchi Flashcards
(15 cards)
Who were the Gracchi brothers?
Tiberius and Gaius Gracchus, Roman politicians and reformers in the 2nd century BC.
What was the primary focus of the Gracchi reforms?
Land reform and social welfare to address economic inequality and the plight of the poor.
True or False: Tiberius Gracchus was the first to propose land reforms in Rome.
True
What law did Tiberius Gracchus propose regarding land ownership?
The Lex Sempronia Agraria, which aimed to redistribute public land to the poor.
Fill in the blank: Gaius Gracchus introduced the idea of __________ to provide subsidized grain to the poor.
grain laws
What was the outcome of Tiberius Gracchus’ reforms?
He was assassinated in 133 BC due to political opposition.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following was NOT a reform proposed by Gaius Gracchus? A) Land redistribution B) Public works projects C) Establishing a new currency D) Grain subsidies
C) Establishing a new currency
What was the political response to the Gracchi reforms?
Intense opposition from the Senate and the patrician class, leading to violence and unrest.
True or False: Both Gracchi brothers were successful in implementing all their reforms.
False
What year was Gaius Gracchus killed?
121 BC
What significant political change did the Gracchi brothers’ actions lead to in Rome?
The rise of populism and increased political violence in Roman politics.
Fill in the blank: The Gracchi brothers are often seen as precursors to __________ movements in later history.
populist
What was one major consequence of the Gracchi reforms for the Roman Republic?
The deepening divide between the social classes and the eventual collapse of the Republic.
What was the main reason for the assassination of Tiberius Gracchus?
His reforms threatened the power and interests of the Senate and the elite.
Multiple Choice: Which social class primarily supported the Gracchi reforms? A) Patricians B) Equites C) Plebeians D) Senators
C) Plebeians
