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What are the names of the mythical twins who founded Rome?
What are the names of the mythical twins who founded Rome?
Romulus and Remus.
What was the role of the Senate in the Roman Republic?
What was the role of the Senate in the Roman Republic?
The Senate was a governing body composed primarily of patricians that held significant power and influence in decisions involving laws and governance.
Why was the written law, known as the Law of the Twelve Tables, important to Romans?
Why was the written law, known as the Law of the Twelve Tables, important to Romans?
It provided transparency and ensured that all citizens knew their rights and responsibilities under the law, reducing arbitrary decisions.
Who was involved in the Punic Wars, and what were they primarily about?
Who was involved in the Punic Wars, and what were they primarily about?
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What impact did the Pax Romana have on trade within the Roman Empire?
What impact did the Pax Romana have on trade within the Roman Empire?
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How did Julius Caesar's rise to power pose a threat to the senators?
How did Julius Caesar's rise to power pose a threat to the senators?
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What role did Barbarians play in the collapse of the Western Roman Empire?
What role did Barbarians play in the collapse of the Western Roman Empire?
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Why were the public games, races, and theatre performances in Ancient Rome so plentiful and free?
Why were the public games, races, and theatre performances in Ancient Rome so plentiful and free?
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Study Notes
Ancient Rome Review 2025
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Mythical Founders: Romulus and Remus
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Important Figures: Spartacus (gladiator), Julius Caesar, Constantine, Justinian
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Political Structures:
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Republic: Patricians, Plebeians, Consuls, Senate, Magistrates, Tribunes
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Empire: Emperor, Legion (6000 soldiers)
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Check and Balances: System limiting power of individuals
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Key Concepts:
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Pax Romana: Period of Roman peace and prosperity
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Punic Wars: Wars with Carthage
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Law of the Twelve Tables: Early Roman laws
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Government:
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Early Republican Government: Role of patricians, plebeians, magistrates, consuls, tribunes, Senate
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Roman Senate: Gained power gradually over time
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Check and Balances: System of checks to keep authority of Roman officials/government from becoming too absolute, specifically checking the leadership of consuls
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Law: Importance of written laws (Twelve Tables) for clarity and consistency
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Engineering & Architecture: Aqueducts, Roads, Amphitheaters, Forums, other structures.
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Culture:
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Borrowed Ideas: Romans borrowed many ideas from Greek civilization.
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Trade: Roman trade expanded due to territorial growth
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Christian Persecution: Emperors sometimes persecuted Christians
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Constantine: Emperor who legalized Christianity
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Barbarian Invasions: Played a role in collapse of the Western Empire
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Byzantine Empire: Different from Western Empire in terms of structure
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Entertainment: Games, races, and theaters were prevalent and free
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Historical Events & Periods:
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Foundation of Rome: Romulus and Remus,
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Expansion of Territories: Increased trade and influence.
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Punic Wars: Wars with Carthage
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Caesar's Rise: Reasons for concern by senators
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Pax Romana: Increase in trade as a result of this era
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Collapse of the Western Empire: Role of Barbarians.
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Roman Worldview: Values and beliefs as a culture
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Test your knowledge on Ancient Rome, covering the key figures such as Julius Caesar, the political structures of the Republic and Empire, and pivotal events like the Punic Wars. Explore the importance of early laws and the innovative engineering of Roman architecture. This quiz is essential for anyone studying this fascinating period of history.
