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Gordian III (238–244 CE) - Exam
Contributed by: Malik
  • 1. What year did Gordian III become emperor?
A) 240 CE
B) 238 CE
C) 245 CE
D) 235 CE
  • 2. Which empire did Gordian III primarily rule?
A) Ottoman Empire
B) Roman Empire
C) Byzantine Empire
D) Persian Empire
  • 3. In what battle did Gordian III face the Persians?
A) Battle of the Milvian Bridge
B) Battle of Misiche
C) Battle of Carrhae
D) Battle of Edessa
  • 4. What did ancient historians often criticize about Gordian III’s reign?
A) His youth and inexperience
B) His foreign alliances
C) His military failures
D) His lavish spending
  • 5. How old was Gordian III when he became emperor?
A) 20 years old
B) 15 years old
C) 10 years old
D) 13 years old
  • 6. What was the name of Gordian III's main military opponent?
A) Caracalla
B) Maximinus Thrax
C) Aurelian
D) Shapur I
  • 7. What was Gordian III's full name?
A) Gaius Octavius Gordianus
B) Lucius Septimius Gordianus
C) Marcus Antonius Gordianus
D) Tiberius Claudius Gordianus
  • 8. What was Gordian III’s approach towards the Senate?
A) Dismissive
B) Hostile
C) Cooperative
D) Indifferent
  • 9. Who succeeded Gordian III as emperor?
A) Carinus
B) Philip the Arab
C) Aurelian
D) Decius
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