Geography of Ancient Rome
What river was essential to Rome’s founding and provided fresh water?
TIBER RIVER
How many branches of government did the Roman Republic have?
THREE
What is the purpose of checks and balances?
To make sure no one branch becomes too powerful
Who were the wealthy landowners in Roman society?
Patricians
What helped Rome grow economically by allowing trade across the Mediterranean?
traveling by boat
True or False – Rome was built on flat land, making it easy to defend.
FLASE
True or False – In the Roman Republic, consuls were the leaders of the executive branch
True! They enforced laws and led the army.)
True or False – Civic participation in Rome meant that only patricians had a say in government.
false
True or False – Plebeians were allowed to serve in the Senate.
false
True or False – Rome’s central location in the Mediterranean made it difficult to trade with other regions.
false it made trade easier
What mountain range in northern Italy helped protect Rome from invasions?
Italian Alps
What part of the legislative branch was made up of wealthy patricians?
THE SENATE
What is one example of civic participation in the Roman Republic?
Running for office
What group in Roman society had no rights and was considered property
slaves
How did Rome’s military help expand its economy?
By conquering new lands and gaining resources
Which body of water helped Rome expand its trade and military influence?
Mediterranean Sea
Who represented the plebeians and had the power to veto unfair laws?
The tribunes!
why was the Roman Republic considered a democracy?
Citizens could vote for leaders and participate in government.
What was the role of plebeians in the government?
They could vote and serve in the Assemblies
What were two major factors in Rome’s success as a civilization?
strong military and central location for trade!
What was the importance of the Italian Peninsula’s location for Rome’s expansion?
The central location in the Mediterranean made it easy to trade and conquer new territories
How did Rome’s representative democracy influence modern governments like the U.S.?
Answer: Rome had elected officials and a system of checks and balances
What written laws helped ensure all Roman citizens were treated fairly?
The Twelve Tables
How did the struggle between plebeians and patricians shape Rome’s government?
Answer: Plebeians fought for more rights
How did Rome’s geography help it become a powerful empire?
The Tiber River provided fresh water and transportation, the Italian Alps offered protection, and the Mediterranean Sea allowed for trade and expansion