Question

which of the following descriptions best summarizes the pax romana?
a. augustus caesar used his broad powers as emperor to usher in a time of peace. roman culture flourished, and ambitious public works projects improved the lives of romes subjects everywhere.
b. the pax romana refers to the brief period of tranquility that prevailed in the roman empire under augustus caesar until visigoth invaders plunged rome into the dark ages in 50 bce.
c. once he had defeated his rivals, augustus caesar reestablished the roman republic. the republic remained in place until its fall to barbarian armies in 500 ce.
d. angry at greece for having supported his rivals, augustus caesar initiated the pax romana by invading and conquering greece.

Explanation:

The pax Romana was a long - lasting period of peace and stability initiated by Augustus Caesar. During this time, Roman culture thrived and public works improved lives. Option B is incorrect as the pax Romana was not brief and the Visigoths did not plunge Rome into the Dark Ages in 50 BCE. Option C is wrong because Augustus did not re - establish the Roman Republic; he created the Roman Empire. Option D is incorrect as the pax Romana was not about invading Greece due to support for rivals.

Answer:

A. Augustus Caesar used his broad powers as emperor to usher in a time of peace. Roman culture flourished, and ambitious public works projects improved the lives of Rome's subjects everywhere.