2. The Pax Romana began around 30 BCE with the rise of who?
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Julius Caesar
Octavian
Marcus Aurelius
Constantine
Octavian
The Pax Romana began around 30 BCE with the rise of Octavian.
To determine the answer, let's look at the given options and the context of the Pax Romana.
1. Julius Caesar: Although Julius Caesar played a significant role in the transformation of the Roman Republic into the Roman Empire, he was assassinated in 44 BCE, several years before the Pax Romana began. Therefore, we can eliminate this option.
2. Octavian: Also known as Augustus, Octavian was the first Roman Emperor and his rule marked the beginning of the Pax Romana. After the assassination of Julius Caesar, Octavian emerged as one of the leaders of Rome and eventually became the sole ruler (emperor) after defeating his rivals in a series of civil wars. Thus, Octavian is the correct answer.
3. Marcus Aurelius: Marcus Aurelius was a later Roman Emperor who ruled during the height of the Pax Romana, from 161 CE to 180 CE. Therefore, he is not the answer to this question.
4. Constantine: Constantine the Great was a Roman Emperor who ruled during the 4th century CE, well after the Pax Romana. Therefore, we can eliminate this option as well.
Based on the information discussed, the correct answer is Octavian.