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Name the river to the North of Italy near the Alps.
The Po River
Why did the people of Latium grow grapes?
They grew grapes to make wine and as a food source, also the soli was fertile.
Did Ancient Romans believe in many Gods?
Yes
What did Ancient Rome and Ancient Greece both have?
Ancient Rome and Ancient Greece both had similar Gods/Goddesses and similar architecture, and culture.
Were Ancient Romans Polytheistic?
Yes
How were women treated in Rome?
Women were treated as second class citizens.
What is the river that runs through Rome?
The Tiber River
Italy is a boot-shaped peninsula in Southern Europe extending into the Mediterranean.
True
Name the capital of current day Italy. It is the site of an ancient empire.
Rome
A _________ is an opening in Earth's crust through which molten lava, ash, and gases ecscape.
volcano
What is a peninsula?
A peninsula is a land mass surrounded by three sides of water.
What were the Twelve Tables?
The Twelve Tables were a set of laws/rules displayed to the people.
What is a Plebeian?
A Plebeian is a common farmer, trader, or craftworker.
What is the most powerful branch of Government in Rome?
The most powerful branch of Government in Rome is the Senate.
If the Roman Government wanted to spend money building new roads, who would have to approve the funds?
The Senate
What type of Government did Rome have?
Republic
What is a Patrician?
A Patrician is a person of the rich upper class.
What is the island at the south western tip of Italy known for rich farmlands (it's at the tip of Italy's boot).
Sicily
Why was it difficult for other nations to invade Italy?
The Alps to the North acted as a wall.
What are the mountains that run along the middle of Italy called? (backbone of Italy)
Apennine
How is the Government of the Roman Republic and the United States alike?
They both have three branches of government.
What are the mountains to the North of Italy called?
Alps
What is a Republic?
A Republic is a government in which representatives vote on laws and represent the people.
Which continent is Italy located on?
Europe
Italy and the Roman Empire both got their customs from which ancient civilization before them?
Greece