Geography
Which body of water was the center of Roman trade?
Mediterranean Sea
Who won the Punic Wars?
Rome
The ancient Roman's most significant contribution to Europe has been in the area of?
The political system of the ancient Roman Empire was characterize by?
A strong central government
What farming technique did the Mayans use?
1. Slash and burn
2. Terrace Farming
Where was Carthage located?
North Africa
What type of belief do Christians follow?
Monotheism
How did the Roman Roads impact Rome?
Promoted unity and communication
One contribution of ancient Roman culture was development of?
Republican of government
What way of living did the Mayans return to?
Rural life
Which three continents extend to?
Europe, Asia, and Africa
Which period in Roman history represented their Golden Age and had peace?
Pax Romana
What positive impact did the Mediterranean Sea provide Rome?
Access to trade goods.
What system does a "veto" and different branches of government represent?
Checks and Balances
Name one cause that made the Mayans abandon their cities
1. Overpopulation
2. Extended drought
3. Shifting trade routes
4. Internal/external warfare
Which region of Europe would an archaeologist find evidence of the Roman Roads?
Western Europe
What was the status of women in rome?
Enjoyed some legal rights
What skills did Rome prove they had by building the aqueducts?
Skilled in architecture and engineering
Why did the Roman Government persecute Christians?
Refused to worship Roman gods due to their belief in one God
What technology did the Mayans invent to help with farming?
Water cisterns
Why was Rome successful?
Its location and favorable geography
What were the Twelve Tables?
Written legal system
Why were the Roman Roads built?
To keep order in the empire
In what way could the tribunes check the power of the elected magistrates?
By vetoing their actions
What do the city-states and organization of the Mayans tell you about them?
They had an organized government and a specialized work force