Ancient Rome pt2
In geographic terms, Italy is a _____
Peninsula
Which of the following best describes why the Romans called the Mediterranean “Our Sea”?
They controlled all the land surrounding the sea
Who killed Julius Cesar? There are 2 answers
Brutus and Roman Senators
Which of the following is defined as an extensive group of states or countries under a single, supreme authority?
Empire
What type of culture did Alexander spread around his empire?
Greek
Romans developed _______________ which allowed water to travel long distances into the city for public baths, fountains, and sewage systems
Aqueducts
Rome fought against ______ in the Punic Wars
Carthage
After defeating Marc Antony, Octavian was renamed ____________ by the Senate and became Rome's first emperor.
Augustus Caesar
What are the 5 characteristics of "Empires"?
System of government, trading network, multiple cultures, developed military, and expanded territories.
Thousands of Greek ______________ settled in cities all around Egypt, Mesopotamia, and India.
Colonists
The Romans developed new architectural designs and materials. What was the best way to create a huge open area within a building?
A set of arches
Romans spoke and wrote in _________________ which was the basis for “Romance Languages” such as French, Italian, and Spanish.
Latin
What 4 traits helped Greece to defeat Persia in the Persian Wars?
Better weapons, better military strategy, knowledge of the land, and trickery.
Romans invented ________________ , made of volcanic ash, that helped structures last a long time.
Concrete
What 3 things did the founders of the United States “borrow” from the Roman Republic in terms of government?
Checks and balances, tripartite, and power to the people
In Greece, free men who had the right to participate in government were known as this. (Only 12% of the population were considered this)
Citizens
A period of peace during the first 200 years of the Roman Empire; during which population grew, trade increased, and quality of life improved
Pax Romana
The Law of the Twelve Tables and the U.S. Constitution are similar because they both protect people’s _________
Rights
What is it called when there is a government in which people rule themselves?
Democracy