early history of rome
how was the forum the hart of rome
it was the central hub for political, legal, religious, and commercial life
who was the first king of rome
Romulus
The "Unlucky" Left: Romans considered left-handed people unlucky and untrustworthy, which is where the word originated.
"sinister"
Wealthy, powerful upper-class landowners.
patrician
who are the gods of rome
Jupiter, Juno, and Minerva
when did Rome turn into a republic
509 BC
what is the most amount of kings ever elated in 1 year in rome
four
Romans nicknamed their city Caput Mundi ("Capital of the World") and the
The Eternal City
A government where citizens elect
republic
What Roman emperor killed Jesus?
Tiberius Caesar
when did Rome start?
753 BC
Who are the 7 kings of Rome?
Romulus, Numa Pompilius, Tullus Hostilius, Ancus Marcius, Tarquinius Priscus, Servius Tullius, and Tarquinius Superbus
How do you say "hi" in ancient Rome?
salvē pronounced SAHL-way
Common farmers, artisans, and merchants
plebeian
whos the first that started to talk about rome gods
Numa Pompilius
in the fight with Remus and Romulus who won?
Romulus
Who was the 14 year old Roman emperor?
Elagabalus
Rome was the first city to reach a population of
1 million
A council of wealthy/influential citizens who advised leaders
senate
how old are jupiter juno and minerva in ancient rome
eternal beings
how did Romes location affect its early history?
provideds a defensible, central location that balanced protection with access to trade
Which emperor died of diarrhea?
Roman Emperor Vespasian
how many public drinking fountains where in rome
2,500
The main entrance hall of a Roman house
Atrium
who was the first roman god
janus