Geography
The important river that Rome was build near
What was the Tiber River?
The lowest class in the social ladder with no rights
Who were slaves?
The two mountain ranges that protected Rome from invaders
What were the Apennines and the Alps?
Former slaves that still lived with many restrictions
Who were freedmen?
The three main crops grown in Rome's volcanic soil?
What was grapes, olives, and wheat?
The highest social class of Rome who held great political power
Who were the Senators?
Being built on this particular hill made it easy for Rome to spot invaders
What is Palatine Hill?
The ruling class of Rome and the major landholders
Who were the Patricians (or Nobles)?
The name of the peninsula that Rome is located on
What is the Italian Peninsula?
Who were the Plebeians?