Creation Myth
Who was the founder and first king of Rome?
Romulus!
What is the Roman "code of conduct" called? The name of the values of a "true Roman"?
Gravitas!
This social class made up about 90% of Rome's entire population.
Plebeians!
A monarchy.
How long did Roman Senators serve for in the Senate?
For life!
What animal, found throughout the Roman Empire as statues, paintings, and even on their money, helped to raise Romulus and Remus?
A wolf!
Instead of beauty, Romans valued __________ .
Strength!
They were people conquered during war.
Which branch of government was allowed to create laws in the Roman Republic?
The senate!
Why was the first republic problematic for the vast majority of people in Rome?
Only patricians could serve in the first republic!
What does it tell us about Romulus and Remus that they were shepherds?
It shows us they were protectors, taking care of their herd!
What did "courage" mean to Romans?
Doing something even though you were afraid of it!
What was the average life span of a Roman?
35 years old!
What were the main powers of the Consuls?
They ran the day to day affairs of Rome and had power over the military as well as appointing new Senators were positions opened up!
What does the idea of "paterfamilias" mean in Roman culture?
It means the father was the head of the family and his word was "law". People who did not follow his directions could be exiled or even put to death!
What does it tell us about Rome that their creation myth says Mars, the god of war, was Romulus and Remus's father?
That they see themselves as a strong military power!!
How does the Roman idea of gravitas differ from ancient Greece?
Romans valued efficiency and usefulness over grace and beauty. Romans value steadiness over quick wittedness. Greece valued the ideal, Romans valued reality.
Which class of Romans had kitchens built into their homes?
Patricians!
What were the major changes from the Conflict of Orders?
The creation of the Assembly of all plebeians, and one of the two Consuls had to be a plebeian!
How did the plebeians forced the patricians to give them more of an equal share in the Roman government?
The "Conflict of Orders" was when plebeians left Rome and camped out outside of the city, refusing to return until their demands were met. It caused chaos in the city and drove all commerce to a hault, and Rome itself was open to attack without a standing military to defend itself!
How did Romulus and Remus demonstrate the values of "gravitas" in Rome's creation story?
They showed perseverance by surviving an assassination attempt by their uncle. They showed courage by rising up against their corrupt uncle, and demonstrated duty and responsibility by helping those less fortunate than them in this undertaking. They also showed a sense of shame with Romulus realized his mistake by killing Remus and gave him a proper burial.
How could the values and ideas of "gravitas" help Rome become a successful empire?
Gravitas made sure that Rome was always efficient and serious in business. There was always a clear plan with the most efficient methods in place to build, grow, and conquer. It made the idea of Rome bigger than any individual and made it all Romans' responsibility to contribute to the greater good!
What type of slaves were the "most prized" in Rome?
Greek tutors!
Explain how each branch of the Roman government worked to balance out each other.
The Consuls had the power to appoint new Senators but were elected by the Assembly. Senators passed laws, but those laws could be vetoed by the Assembly. The Assembly had final veto power over laws but needed the Senate to actually propose laws. No branch could do everything by itself!
Why were the Twelve Tables such a significant change in the equality of Roman law for all social classes?
They cemented the laws in place and gave access to everyone so that patricians could no longer change the laws however they wanted to help them!