Achievements
How did the Romans depict people in portraits and sculptures?
Realisticly
In the early Roman Republic, why were ‘ temporary dictators’ like Cincinnatus occasionally chosen?
To handle periods of instability or war
What was the name of the silver coin used for trade across the Roman Empire?
Denarius
In what year was the colosseum completed?
AD 80
Bridge like stone structures that brought water from the hills into Roman cities
Aqueducts
What three qualities where most important to Roman architects?
Durability, Utility, and Beauty
What was the significance of the ‘Twelve Tables’ in Roman society?
They were the first written law code in Rome, ensuring everyone knows the rules
How did the Roman economy benefit from territorial expansion?
Access to more natural resources
Once citizenship is opened up, more people to pay taxes.
What was the function of the ’Roman Forum’ in daily life?
It was the center of government religion and socialization.
Picture made from chips of colored stone or glass
mosaics
VOCAB WORD: What is the application of science and math elements used to develop useful structures and machines?
Engineering
What event marks the official end of the republic and start of the empire?
Rule of Augustus (formerly known as Octavian)
What were the three most important goods in the Italian peninsula?
Bread, olive oil, and wine.
What were the responsibilities of all adult male Roman citizens?
They had to pay taxes and serve in the military
To make fun of
satirize
Military could move more efficiently, easy access for trade
Augustus
What economic problem was caused by emperors decreasing the amount of precious metal in Roman coins?
Caused merchants to raise their prices
-> Inflation!
Why did the majority of the Roman children NOT receive a formal education?
Society expected them to work at a young age to support their families.
Rapid rise of prices
inflation
Which group of modern languages developed directly from Latin after the fall of the Roman Empire?
Romance Languages
Name one cause of the Fall of the Western Roman Empire
The answer to this question can be anything mentioned in the packet or the text book which consists of Invasions, and the increase in military power.
What was the primary role of the ‘amphora’ in Roman economy?
It was a type of vase used for transporting olive oil and wine.
Why did emperors hold games in the Colosseum?
To keep citizens loyal (Well fed and entertained citizens rarely revolt!)
Foreign soldiers serving for pay
mercenaries