Emperors + Roman Law
The First Roman Emperor
Octavian/Augustus
Pax Romana Translates to what?
Roman Peace
What is Marcus Aurelius most well known for?
His diary, Meditations
What Roman emperor declared war on the sea and ordered his troops to stab the sea?
Caligula
After Caesar died and civil war began, how did the Roman government change?
Republic -> Empire
What were the Twelve Tables?
Laws that established ideas such as equality under the law and the importance of legal procedures
During Pax Romana, there were emperors who were considered good leaders and ruled one after another. What is the title given to this group of emperors?
The Five Good Emperors
What philosophy is expressed in Marcus Aurelius's book?
Stoicism
Which emperor according to LEGEND, not FACT, set Rome on fire and played music?
Nero
What religion was considered a threat to Rome?
Christianity
How did Rome improve under the Five Good Emperors?
The empire reached its greatest size, improved infrastructure, and strengthened administration
Explain the significance of Rome's road system
They allowed armies to move quickly and helped trade and communication
Who was Marcus Aurelius's son who spent his time fighting in gladiator games rather than ruling the empire?
Commodus
How did Hadrian help defend Rome in the territory that now belongs to Great Britain?
Who did Octavian defeat during the Roman Civil War at the Battle of Actium, leading to Octavian ruling Rome after Caesar died?
Cleopatra and Marc Antony
What is one achievement credited to Octavian/Augustus?
created a stable government, strengthened the military, and improved tax collection
Explain the significance of aqueducts
They carried fresh water into cities using gravity. They supported public baths, fountains, and sanitation systems. This improved public health and city life.
List EVERY emperor who were considered part of the 5 Good Roman Emperors
Nerva, Trajan, Hadrian, Antoninus Pius, and Marcus Aurelius.
What was Octavian's relationship with Julius Caesar
Octavian was Caesar's grand nephew
Caesar
What areas have the Twelve Tables influenced today?
They became the foundation for many modern legal systems in Europe and the Americas
What are 5 achievements that were made during Pax Romana?
economic growth, safe trade routes, political stability, roads connected distant parts of the empire, trade flourished, and cities expanded
One Roman emperor, Caligula, tried to make his horse a consul (governor). What is the horse's name?
Incitatus
What two public services does Octavian introduce to Rome? Hint: They are in every single country today to protect citizens
Police and Fire Departments
Roman religion was considered polytheistic much like the Greeks. What is another term for this polytheistic religion?
Paganism