Julius Caesar

question 8

Multiple Choice

Julius Caesar

• A)defeated Crassus at the Battle of Pharsalus in 48 B.C.E.
• B)dissolved the Senate while he was dictator for life.
• C)was assassinated for his strong beliefs in republican institutions.
• D)married Cleopatra.
• E)led military commands in Spain and especially Gaul that enhanced his popularity.

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Definitions:

S-cam Type Foundation Brakes

A type of drum brake system commonly used in heavy vehicles, where an S-shaped cam forces the brake shoes apart and against the drum to create friction and stop the vehicle.

Axle Spindle

A component of the wheel assembly that provides a mounting point for the wheel and its bearing, allowing the wheel to rotate freely around the axle.

Brake Drum

A component of a drum brake system, where brake shoes press against the interior to create friction and slow down the vehicle.

Kinetic Energy

The energy of motion.