Roman Emperor Assessment (Bailey): Details of the Assignment

Roman Emperor Assessment   

Use at least 2 actual print sources and at least 2 highly reputable web-based sources, which might include ABC-Clio and/or Facts On File.  Include a bibliography as well (created in Noodletools .... see the tab on this guide for help).

Write a short (2 to 3 page TYPED) analytical essay about your of this emperor in which you address the following questions. Include a thesis statement.

 Did he make the empire stronger? If so, how? Did he weaken or damage the empire?  If so, how?  Did he uphold and carry forth the concept of Princeps as defined by Augustus Caesar? What are the 3 most important developments during his reign?

You will also be expected to give a short (3 minute) oral presentation.  Presentations will be in class.                                                       

• Claudius
• Vespasian
• Domitian
• Nerva
• Trajan   
• Hadrian
• Antoninus Pius
• Marcus Aurelius
• Commodus
• Septimus Severus
• Caracalla              

Julio-Claudians