Question

Identify two events that helped Octavian to become the only ruler of the Roman Empire.

Julius Caesar named Octavian as his heir.
Octavian successfully defeated his rival Mark Antony in war.
Octavian formed an alliance with the Carthaginian empire.
Julius Caesar was deeply unpopular among the plebeians of Rome.
Emperor Augustus supported Octavian's rise to power.

Answer 1

Octavian defeated the forces of Sextus Pompey at the Battle of Naulochus. Octavian gained control of the Roman Senate. Octavian was given the title of Augustus, signifying his rise as the ruler of Rome.