Augustus and the Roman Empire — AS & A Level Classical Studies (9274) questions by topic
Judging whether Augustus became emperor purely through family connections, and weighing whether the military victories of 44 to 31 BCE were entirely the work of others rather than Augustus himself, are the two debates this compact topic revisits, worth 24 to 25 marks across 6 real questions from 2024 papers.
Identify, how far and to what extent are the command words in play, and how far demands a genuinely weighed verdict rather than a one-sided answer, since the question itself states a strong claim to test. With only 6 questions gathered here, drafting a full essay for each and submitting it for instant marking is a fast way to build confidence in structuring a balanced argument before the same debate reappears in a live paper.
October–November 2024, Paper 22
Study the image and answer the questions. Give two reasons why Augustus built the Temple of Mars Ultor.
Answer this question and get it marked →'Augustus had nothing to do with the military victories in the campaigns of 44–31 BCE. It was all the work of others.' To what extent do you agree with this statement?
Answer this question and get it marked →'Augustus only became emperor because of his family connections.' How far do you agree with this statement?
Answer this question and get it marked →October–November 2024, Paper 23
Study the image and answer the questions. Where exactly was the Temple of Mars Ultor located? Make two points.
Answer this question and get it marked →'Augustus had nothing to do with the victories in the military campaigns of 44–31 BCE; it was all the work of others.' How far do you agree with this statement?
Answer this question and get it marked →How far do you agree that Augustus only became emperor because of his family connections?
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