Roman Life
Legends says that the founding of Rome started when these two brothers were saved by a she-wolf and later raised by a shepherd and his wife. After discovering their true identity, they set out to find a perfect spot to found a city.
Who were Romulus and Remus?
The reason why Julius Caesar was killed.
What is his enemies believed he wanted to be a king?
Roman rule extended throughout much of present-day Africa, Asia, and this other continent.
What is Europe?
the 200 years of peace and prosperity during Roman rule
What is Pax Romana?
Italy has attracted settlers for thousands of years because of this.
What is a central location in the Mediterranean region and its mild climate?
You would belong to this class if you were a shopkeeper in ancient Rome.
What is a plebeian?
An elected official who protected the rights of the plebeians by telling leaders what they (the plebeians) thought about issues.
What was a tribune?
This emperor became a strong supporter of Christianity. He built churches in Jerusalem and Rome. He let Christians serve in the military, and work in government. He issued the Edict of Milan which granted religious freedom to all religions in the empire.
Who was Constantine?
channels or pipes that carry water
What are aqueducts?
Born a Jew, this man was first a carpenter and then became a teacher who used parables to teach Judaism.
Who was Jesus?
This group of women in ancient Rome had more rights than all other women.
What is women whose husbands were wealthy?(patricians)
The first Punic War was fought over this fertile island.
What is Sicily?
The "five good emperors" were known for this.
The addition of this to architecture allowed for beautiful domes to be built.
What is the arch?
This is one of the main differences between the Jewish and Christian faiths.
What is the belief that Jesus is the Messiah?
This group of people played a major role in shaping Roman civilization. The Romans overthrew them and set up a republican form of government.
Who were the Etruscans?
The Romans fought this powerful civilization in a series of wars called the Punic Wars.
Who were the Carthaginians?
As the Roman Empire was declining, Diocletian did this to make the large empire easier to RULE.
What is he divided the Roman Empire into two parts; the Eastern Roman Empire and the Western Roman Empire?
In many countries today, this has become the basis for legal systems. It began in the Byzantine Empire when the legal system was simplified.
What is Justinian's Code?
These twelve men were the closest followers of Jesus.
Who were the disciples?
Displayed in the Forum, these written laws stated that all citizens should be treated equally.
What are the Twelve Tables?
Citizens have a responsibility to help their country. This is known as........
What is civic duty?
The argument between the Patriarch of Constantinople and the Pope of the Roman Catholic Church disagreed over these two issues. As a result, a schism (split) in the church took place. Now there are two separate churches; the Eastern Orthodox Church(Greek Orthodox) and the Roman Catholic Church.
What is the authority of the Pope and the worship of icons?
These reasons are why civilizations become great.(name 3)
What is a good location; natural resources; trade;a unique culture, a strong military; good government; a good leader?
The Etruscans were skilled in many ways and has a big influence on the Roman civilization. They turned metals into weapons, tools, and jewelry. They influenced the style of the clothing the Romans wore. This last influence is seen in ancient Roman architecture.
What is their influence in building cobble streets, the tile roof, arches, and public squares?