The Fall of the Kings
Who were the twin brothers said to have founded Rome?
Romulus and Remus.
Who were the wealthy elite in Rome?
Patricians
Who opened the army to poor citizens?
Marius
Who did Caesar form the First Triumvirate with?
Pompey and Crassus.
What was the central meeting place of Roman politics?
The Forum.
Who was the last king of Rome?
Tarquin the Proud.
Who were the ordinary citizens of Rome?
Plebeians
What was one effect of Marius’ reforms?
Soldiers became more loyal to generals than to Rome.
What river did Caesar cross in 49 BCE, starting civil war?
The Rubicon.
Name the goddess of agriculture
Ceres
Why did Romans overthrow Tarquin the Proud?
He ruled cruelly and abused his power.
What was the Conflict of the Orders about?
Plebeians fighting for political rights against patricians.
Who marched his army on Rome to take power?
Sulla
What reforms did Caesar make to the calendar?
He created the Julian calendar.
What did Romans believe festivals were important for?
To honour the gods and keep Rome in their favour
What kind of government replaced the monarchy?
A Republic, led by consuls and the Senate.
What new role was created to protect plebeians?
Tribune of the Plebs.
What position did Sulla take after seizing Rome?
Dictator
What title did Caesar give himself that angered the Senate?
Dictator for life.
What did aqueducts bring to Roman cities?
Fresh water.
What promise did the Romans make after removing Tarquin?
They swore never to have another king.
What was one effect of the Conflict of the Orders?
Plebeians gained more rights.
How did Sulla weaken the plebeians’ power?
He reduced the powers of the tribunes and strengthened the Senate.
On what date was Caesar assassinated?
he Ides of March, 44 BCE.
What was the purpose of Roman roads?
To move armies, goods, and messages quickly across the empire.