Ancient Rome

Geography

100

Rome had very fertile farm land. They grew these 3 main crops. 

Wheat, grapes, and olives

200

Rome was located on this river, which provided fresh water and an easy route for trade and transportation.

The Tiber River

300

This land trait gave Rome natural protection from land enemies. 

It was built on 7 hills

400

Rome's central location on this peninsula made it easy for the Romans to expand in all directions. 

The Italian Peninsula 

500

Rome had these 3 natural resources, which helped the Romans build roads, weapons, and cities.

Iron, timber, and stone

Religion

100

These 2 brothers were adopted by a wolf, and legend says they built the city of Rome. 

Romulus and Remus

200

This brother killed his twin, and is said to be the first king of Rome.

Romulus

300

Religion was not just personal, it was ________. Temples, festivals, and sacrifices were part of Roman life. 

public

400

The Roman gods and goddesses were believed to control these things

different parts of life and nature

500

The Romans believed in many gods and goddesses, a belief system called _________________.

Polytheism

Achievements

100

Romans used this material to build structures. It was strong, and lasting. 

Concrete

200

Rome built these structures, which carried water from far away mountains to the city. These structures inspired today's water and plumbing systems.

Aqueducts

300

This famous structure was the large arena where gladiators fought in front of huge crowds. 

The Colosseum

400

Romans made major contributions to law and government. This was the first set of laws that helped make sure all Roman citizens were treated fairly. 

The Twelve Tables

500

These structures were the places Roman's would go to make important political decisions and hold public meetings.

A Forum

Politics

100

This was the type of government that Rome had in it's early days. Citizens could vote for leaders to represent them and make decisions.

A Republic 

200

This was the most powerful group of Roman citizens. They were wealthy landowners. They made the laws, controlled money, and advised the consuls. 

Patricians

300

The Roman people elected these government officials to represent them. 

Tribunes

400

This general used his popularity and army to take control of Rome. In 44BCE, he was assassinated by senators who wanted to protect Rome's republic. 

Julius Caesar

500

Rome changed from a republic to an empire. This man was the first Roman emperor. 

Augustus 

Social Structure

100

This was the highest class of citizens in Rome. They were wealthy landowners and had the most political power. 

Patricians

200

This group of people were the ordinary citizens. They had fewer rights than the Patricians, and were mostly made up of farmers, artisans, and merchants. 

Plebians

300

This class had fewer rights than men

Women 

400

This class of people were not free citizens, they had no rights, and did much of the work.

Slaves

500

This class of people were below normal citizens, but above slaves. They were not true citizens of Rome but still free.

Foreigners