Vocabulary
Roman Leaders
Causes of the Rise
Causes of the Fall
100
What does it mean to veto an official?
To block a government action
100
This Roman leader was a powerful general who was later killed by senators.
Julius Caesar
100
How were the Roman soldiers used for the Roman Empire?
Helped the city grow bigger - increased the Roman empire after each battle
100
What was happening in politics for the Roman empire?
Corrupt leaders led to instability
200
This type of government lets citizens vote for their leaders instead of being ruled by a king.
Republic
Tribune
Consul
Republic
200
This leader was adopted by Julius Caesar.
Augustus Caesar
200
True or False.
Leaders like Julius Caesar helped Rome grow and become powerful.
True
200
Why was Rome's economy failing?
Heavy taxes, too much reliance on slave labor, and a decline in the trades
300
We supervised the business of government and commanded Roman armies
Republic
Consul
Justinian
Consul
300
He was the first emperor of Rome and helped bring peace to the empire.
Augustus Caesar
300
Rome's location near the Mediterranean Sea helped Rome's ______________.
Military
Politics
Economy
Economy
300
Why were mercenaries a bad idea for the Roman empire? (Hint: The Roman Army was becoming weaker)
Mercenaries were not loyal and followed the money
400
This Byzantine emperor was best known for his reform of the Roman law code.
Justinian
400
He passed laws that helped give land to armies and helped the common people.
Julius Caesar
400
What was the main reason for the conquest of nearby lands for the Roman empire?
To expand the empire and become the biggest run empire in the world.
400
What happened to the population of Rome?
Decreased due to starvation, sickness, and the food shortages.