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Why is the Tiber River so important to the Romans?
gave fresh water for drinking and irrigation,
Rome developed 15 miles from the Tiber River Delta, which allowed them more protection
Who ran the assembly?
Plebeians
Who would benefit most from the Roman road systems?
Merchants and Traders
How was the Roman Republic government organized?
The government had a separation of powers to make sure one person didn't have too much power.
Why are coins better than the barter system?
Made it easier to have prices for goods instead of using the barter system
What would it mean if an archeologist found a Roman coin in a far away location like Northern Africa?
That trade routes went all the way to Africa
Why was the location of the City of Rome so important?
Because it is in central Italy
What was the Council of Plebs?
What was their main role?
they protected the rights of the common people
lawmaking body for the plebeians
What was Roman society like during the Republic era?
The slaves were at the bottom, most people lived in poverty. Plebeians fought for their rights.
How did their climate affect the early development of Rome?
Mild climate allowed for Romans to grow wheat, olives and grapes (farm all year round)
Why was Caesar killed?
The senators believed he had too much power.
Why was it hard for farmers to provide for the empire?
Because the area was so large.