Geography
Rome was at the mouth of what river?
Tiber
These twin brothers are part of Rome’s founding myth.
Romulus and Remus
These were the common people of Rome.
Plebians
This civilization influenced Roman gods and mythology.
Ancient Greece
Members of the Senate were usually from this social class.
Patricians
Rome was built on how many hills?
7
According to legend, this animal cared for the twins.
She-wolf
Which group had the most political power in early Rome?
Patricians
These people were the original inhabitants of the region where Rome was founded
This was the name of Rome’s system of government before emperors.
Republic
This sea helped Rome trade and expand its influence.
Mediterranean Sea
What happened between the brothers that led to Rome’s founding?
Romulus killed Remus
Name one struggle between the levels of status in the hierarchy.
Patricians took advantage of the Plebians, did not consider them when making laws or decisions
How did Etruscans influence Roman? (2 things)
city-planning, engineering
These people were elected for 1 year to command armies and supervise the Senate
Consuls
This mountain range helped protect Rome from northern invasions.
The Alps
What did the twin brothers not agree on that led to their argument?
These plaques were hung in the Forum for all to see and refer to.
The Twelve Tables
Why would sharing a common language (Latin) help unify Rome?
Improved communication, control, trade
Why were people only elected for higher positions for 6 months- 1 year at a time?
to help keep balance of power
Why did Rome have an ideal location? (2 reasons)
Access to water/trade routes, fertile soil, defense on the hills
What might the myth tell us about ancient Rome's values and identity? (2 things)
Who was considered citizens of early Rome?
Patricians AND Plebians
Why was borrowing ideas from other cultures beneficial for Rome?
Helped them improve faster, build stronger systems, expand power
How is the Roman republic similar to a modern democracy like Canada?
elected officials, representation, citizens involved