Origins of Rome
True or False: Who was killed? Romulus or Remus.
Remus Died, Romulus became the first king.
True or False: Where there lots of rivers flowing through Rome?
True! There were lots of rivers flowing through Rome.
True or False: Was Rome a Democracy?
False, it was a Republic
True or False: In a republic, can you pick your leader?
Yes, You can pick your leader.
Define Veto Power
To reject
Define the death of Remus?
Remus Died from being stabbed by Romelus. They got in a fight because they did not know who should take over Rome.
List 3 Rivers of Rome
1) Po River
2) Danube River
3) Rhine River
Define Magistrate
An elected official in Rome
Define Majority Rule
The most amount of members has power to decide.
What language did the Romans speak?
They Spoke Latin
Who gave birth to Romulus and Remus?
Rhea and Mars gave birth to Romulus and Remus.
What are 2 Forms of Natural Barriers in Rome?
Mountains, Sea's, and River's
What is a Roman Senate?
A Roman Senate is wealthy and Powerful who advised the city's leaders.
What is a Consuls?
A powerful Magistrate that is the most powerful official of Rome.
What is a Forum?
A Forum is a public meeting place.
Descibe what happened to Romules and Remus after they were abandoned.
They floated down a stream in a basket meeting a wolf. The wolf gave them a secure home and enough food and water.
How did Plains and River's help people in Rome?
The Plains gave Rome fertile land to farm crops as well as the River's provide fresh water for Roman Citizens.
How Did Checks and Balances help Rome?
They prevented one side of the government from over-powering the other side of the government.
Describe a Term Limit
The amount of time an elected official can represent Rome.
What Responsiblities did a Magistrate have?
A Magistrate managed Rome's finances and had their own duty and power.
How did Romulus and Remus shape early Rome?
They shaped Rome by building a growing empire as well as being strong and powerful leaders.
Describe how Rome traded with other city-states
Rome has sea access. They are in the Mediterranean region which gives them access to many trade routes.
What are 3 ways citizens participated in Roman Government?
1) Vote in Elections
2) Attend Assembly Meetings
3) Run for Office
What was the name of Rome's first written code of law?
The Law of 12 Rights
What is one way Ancient Rome Relates to Modern USA?
They got to elect leaders.