Alexander The Great
How old was he when he became King of Macedonia?
20
How did Rome win the Punic War?
They had a powerful army led by strong generals and well trained soldiers.
Which contribution of Ancient Greece still, impacts us today the most?
Pillars
Aqueduct
Raised tunnels were used to carry water from the mountains to the cities.
He was assassinated.
What was Alexander known for?
A military genius.
What Geographic characteristics influenced people to migrate to this area?
Rome's central location attracted immigrants and traders from all parts of the ancient Mediterranean world.
Who were the key people involved in the Persian war?
The Greeks and the Persians.
Roman Empire
A time in Rome when the government was ruled by a dictator.
Why does Caser decide to go to the senate despite his wife warnings?
His ambition surpasses his desire to comfort his wife.
How far did his empire reach?
To Ancient India
What two religions make up Roman history?
Judaism and early Christians.
What geographic characteristics influenced people to migrate to this area?
Mediterranean sea for trade and mountains for protection.
Senate
A group of upper class Romans that avised the leaders.
Why did the senate assassinate caesar?
Resented Caesars popularity and arrogance.
Who taught Alexander his fighting strategies.
Aristole
What are three reasons that caused the fall of the Roman Republic?
Economic problems, government corruption, crime, and private armies, and the rise of Julius Caesar as emperor.
How did the tradition of the Olympics impact Greece?
It honored their god, Zeus.
Pax Romana
The Roman golden age lasted for 200 years during the Roman Empire.
How old was Caesar when he died?
55 years old.
How old was he when he died and how did he die?
He was 33 years old and died from a fever.
Why was the Roman senate afraid of Julius Caesar?
His increasing power.
What were the economic reasons for the rise of ancient Greece?
Travel and expansion.
Tyranny
A style of government in which the leader has invaded & taken over control of the land and people.
What was Julius Caesars full name?
Gaius Julius Caesar