Roman Republic A
Who was the first emperor of Rome?
Augustus (formerly known as Octavian)
The wealthy landowning elite of Rome
Who are the Patricians?
People who fought in the coliseum
What are gladiators?
Who were the common people of Rome, distinct from the nobility and aristocracy?
Plebeians
In the Roman Republic, what was the primary role of the Senate?
To advise on laws, control foreign policy, and manage state finances.
What event marked the end of the Roman Republic and the beginning of the Roman Empire?
The assassination of Julius Caesar
Senate had more power during the Republic or Empire?
Republic
This general famously led Carthage in the Second Punic War?
Who is Hannibal?
What was the common language spoken in the Roman Republic?
Latin
What was the significance of the 'veto' power held by Roman consuls and tribunes?
It allowed them to stop or cancel actions by other officials or laws.
Which famous Roman general crossed the Rubicon river, sparking a civil war?
Julius Caesar
What was the name of the river upon which Rome was founded?
Tiber
Who was the Roman general and dictator known for his military reforms and victories in Gaul?
Who is Julius Caesar
Romes first law system
What are the Twelve Tables?
What role did the Roman Forum play in the city's government and daily life?
It was the center for government buildings, temples, and markets.
What was the name of the conflict between Rome and Carthage?
The Punic Wars
What was the title given to the elected officials who served as chief executives of the Roman Republic?
Consuls
This system involved hosting public spectacles and entertainment to keep the public happy.
What is bread and circuses?
What is the name of the mountain range that forms the northern border of Italy?
The Alps
How did Rome expand control over Italy by the late 200s BCE?
By combining military conquest with diplomacy and alliances.
What is the name of the Carthaginian General the Roman's fought during the Punic Wars?
Hannibal
What was the name of the Roman province that corresponds to modern-day France?
Gaul
What was the form of government established in Rome after the overthrow of the last king in 509 BCE?
Which natural feature gave Rome a defensive advantage and influenced its early settlement?
The Seven Hills overlooking the Tiber River.
Who was the legendary founder of Rome?
Romulus