Origins of Rome and Roman Republic Overview

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Which group of people in ancient Rome was primarily comprised of the wealthy elite and held significant political power?

  • Plebians
  • Vestal Virgins
  • Senators
  • Patricians (correct)

What was the primary role of the Vestal Virgins in Roman society?

  • Political advisors to the Senate
  • Military leaders during wars
  • Guardians of the sacred fire (correct)
  • Head of religious ceremonies outside of Rome

Which event marked the shift from the Roman Republic to Imperial Rome following the assassination of Julius Caesar?

  • The Punic Wars
  • The establishment of the Second Triumvirate (correct)
  • The Civil War
  • The Gallic War

What significant military strategy did Hannibal famously employ during the Second Punic War?

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Which of the following groups in Roman society was known for their strict adherence to the written law and often clashed with the more flexible interpretations of the Sadducees?

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What was a significant outcome of the Edict of Milan?

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Which event is associated with the beginning of the tension between the Empire and the Papacy?

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Who was a prominent figure during the Byzantine Empire known for his ambitious building projects?

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What is Arianism primarily concerned with?

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What was the primary purpose of the Council of Nicaea?

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Which battle is often marked as a turning point in the struggle against Muslim expansion in the West?

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Which empire is characterized by its relationship with the Pope and the Holy Roman Emperor?

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What led to the spread of the Black Death throughout Europe?

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Pax Romana

A period of peace and prosperity in the Roman Empire, lasting from 27 BC to 180 AD, characterized by stable government, economic growth, and military strength.

Crisis of the Third Century

A period of instability and decline in the Roman Empire, marked by economic hardship, military defeats, political turmoil, and social unrest.

Diocletian

Roman Emperor (284-305 AD) who reorganized the empire with the Tetrarchy system, introduced reforms, and persecuted Christians.

Tetrarchy

A system of government in the late Roman Empire where four rulers (two Augusti and two Caesars) shared power and responsibilities.

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Constantine

Roman Emperor (306-337 AD) who legalized Christianity, founded Constantinople, and moved the capital of the empire to the East.

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Edict of Milan

An official decree issued by Constantine in 313 AD, granting religious tolerance to Christians throughout the Roman Empire.

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The Goths

A Germanic people who migrated across Europe, invading the Roman Empire and eventually contributing to its decline.

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Justinian

Byzantine Emperor (527-565 AD) known for his ambitious building projects, legal code, and political reforms.

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Etruscan Art

The art of the Etruscan civilization, known for its distinctive style, including painted tombs, terracotta statues, and bronze artifacts.

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Punic Wars

A series of three wars fought between Rome and Carthage, a powerful Phoenician city-state in North Africa, for control of the Mediterranean Sea.

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Julius Caesar

A Roman general, statesman, and writer who played a critical role in the rise of the Roman Empire. He conquered Gaul, crossed the Rubicon, and was eventually assassinated.

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The Second Triumvirate

An alliance formed by Octavian, Mark Antony, and Lepidus to consolidate power after Caesar's assassination. This alliance eventually collapsed, leading to civil war.

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Roman Attitudes Towards Christians

Early Christians faced persecution from the Roman Empire, often accused of atheism and undermining Roman authority. However, their faith eventually spread and gained acceptance by Roman emperors.

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Study Notes

Week 7.2: The Origins of Rome

  • Etruscans: General overview of the Etruscans
  • Etruscan Art: Characteristics and examples of Etruscan art
  • Etruscan Funerals/Necropolises: Details on Etruscan burial practices and sites
  • Etruscan Women: Information about Etruscan women's roles and lives
  • Roman Origins Mythology: Details on the mythical founding of Rome (Aeneas, Romulus, Remus)
  • Roman Monarchy's End: Events leading to the fall of the Roman monarchy
  • Patricians: Information about the Patrician class in ancient Rome
  • Plebians: Information about the Plebian class in ancient Rome
  • The Senate: The structure and role of the Roman Senate
  • The Vestal Virgins: Role and responsibilities of the Vestal Virgins

Week 8.1: The Roman Republic and the Punic Wars

  • The Consuls: Information concerning the Consuls
  • Dictator: Information on the role of the Dictator
  • Celtic Invasion: Details on the invasion of the Celts
  • Incorporation of Allies: Information on Rome's incorporation of allies.
  • King Pyrrhus: Facts and background on King Pyrrhus
  • Carthage: Information on the city-state of Carthage
  • The Punic Wars: General overview of the Punic Wars
  • Second Punic War: Details on the Second Punic War
  • Hannibal: Information about Hannibal and his role in the Punic Wars
  • Cannae: Details on the Battle of Cannae

Week 8.2: The End of the Republic

  • Marius: Information on the Roman general Marius
  • Sulla: Information on the Roman general Sulla
  • Roman "Slavocracy": Description of the "Slavocracy" period
  • Spartacus: Information on the slave revolt leader Spartacus
  • First Triumvirate: Description of the First Triumvirate
  • Crassus: Information on the Roman general Crassus
  • Pompey: Information on the Roman general Pompey
  • Julius Caesar: Highlights of Julius Caesar's career
  • The Gallic War: Details on Julius Caesar's Gallic Wars
  • The Civil War: The Roman Civil War
  • Caesar as Dictator: Caesar's rise to power as dictator

Week 9.1: Imperial Rome

  • Assassination of Caesar: Events surrounding Caesar's death
  • Octavian/Augustus: Facts and significance of Octavian/Augustus
  • Second Triumvirate: Details on the Second Triumvirate
  • Mark Antony and Cleopatra: Role and relationship of Mark Antony and Cleopatra
  • Suetonius and the Twelve Caesars: Information from Suetonius about the Caesars
  • Caligula: Facts regarding the emperor Caligula
  • Nero: Facts concerning the emperor Nero

Week 9.2: The Beginnings of Christianity / The Rise of Christianity

  • Second Temple Judaism: Overview of Second Temple Judaism
  • Roman Judea: Info on Roman Judea
  • Messianic Expectations: Details on the messianic expectations
  • Essenes: Information about the Essenes

Week 10.1/10.2: A Christian Empire

  • Roman Attitudes Towards Christians: Roman views on Christianity
  • Nero and the Great Fire: Events relating to Nero and the Great Fire
  • Agrippina: Facts about Agrippina
  • St. Perpetua: Info relating to the saint St. Perpetua
  • A Christian Empire Continued: Further details on the expansion of Christianity
  • The Pax Romana: Details on the Roman Peace
  • Commodus: Information about the emperor Commodus
  • Crisis of the Third Century: Details of the Crisis of the Third Century
  • Diocletian: Details about the Roman emperor Diocletian
  • The Tetrarchy: Information on the Tetrarchy
  • Diocletian's Persecution of Christians: Diocletian's persecution of Christians
  • Constantine: Details on Constantine the Great
  • Helena: Info relating to Helena
  • Battle of Milvian Bridge: Details on the Battle of Milvian Bridge
  • Edict of 313 (AKA Edict of Milan): Details on the Edict of Milan

Week 11.1: A Christian Empire Part II and Gladiators

  • Arius and Arianism: Discussion of Arius and Arianism
  • Council of Nicaea/Nicene Creed: Facts about the Council of Nicaea and the Nicene Creed
  • The Circus Maximus: Information on the Circus Maximus
  • The Colosseum: Details on the Colosseum
  • Wild Animal Slaughters: Facts on wild animal slaughters
  • Edict of Thessalonica: Details on the Edict of Thessalonica

Week 11.1: The End of Antiquity and Byzantium

  • The Goths: Information about the Goths
  • The Vandals: Information about the Vandals
  • Odoacer and Theoderic: Information on Odoacer and Theoderic
  • Barbarian Kingdoms in the West: Details on the Barbarian Kingdoms
  • The Byzantine Empire: Description of the Byzantine Empire
  • Prokopios/Procopius and the Secret History: Info on Prokopios/Procopius
  • Justinian: Facts concerning the emperor Justinian
  • Theodora: Information relating to Theodora

Week 12: The Rise of Islam, Charlemagne, and New Roman Empires

  • Muhammad: Information on the prophet Muhammad
  • Prophets and Messengers (in Islam): Information on Islamic prophets
  • The Qur'an/The Koran: Details on the holy book of Islam
  • The Kaaba and the Black Stone: Information about the Kaaba and Black Stone
  • Mecca: Information on the city of Mecca
  • Medina: Information on the city of Medina
  • The Covenant of Umar: Details on the Covenant of Umar

Week 13.1: Empire vs Papacy

  • The Medieval Church (hierarchy): Information on the Medieval Church hierarchy
  • Bishops: Information on the role of Bishops
  • Priests: Information on the role of Priests
  • The Laity: Information on the laity
  • Apostolic Succession: Discussion of Apostolic Succession
  • The Papacy/The Pope: Details on the Papacy
  • Rise of the Papacy: Details on the rise of the Papacy
  • Pope Leo the Great: Info on Pope Leo the Great
  • Decline of the Papacy: Details on the decline of the Papacy
  • Pope Leo III: Information about Pope Leo III.
  • Lay Investiture: Discussion on lay investiture.
  • Pope Gregory VII: Info concerning Pope Gregory VII, and his role.
  • Emperor Henry IV (Holy Roman Emperor): Info concerning Emperor Henry IV
  • Concordat of Worms: Details on the Concordat of Worms

Week 13.2: The Black Death

  • The Mongol Empire: Information concerning the Mongol Empire
  • Siege of Caffa: Details on the Siege of Caffa
  • The Black Death (in general): General information about the Black Death

Week 13.2: The Medieval Church at Its Height and Inferno

  • Pope Innocent III: Information on Pope Innocent III
  • The Medieval Catholic Afterlife (Hell and Purgatory): Details on the Medieval Catholic Afterlife
  • The Sacrament of Confession: Details on the sacrament of confession
  • Dante and the Inferno: Information relating to Dante and the Inferno
  • Pope Boniface VIII: Info concerning Pope Boniface VIII

Week 15.1: The Italian Renaissance and the Decameron

  • Petrarch: Info relating to Petrarch
  • The Letter to Posterity: Details relating to Petrarch's Letter to Posterity
  • The Ascent of Mt. Ventoux: Info on the ascent of Mt. Ventoux
  • Leonardo da Vinci: Info concerning Leonardo da Vinci
  • Raphael (and The School of Athens): Info on Raphael and The School of Athens
  • Michelangelo (and David, the Pieta, the Sistine Chapel): Info on Michelangelo and his works
  • Boccaccio and The Decameron: Info relating to Boccaccio and the Decameron

Week 15.2: Christine de Pizan and the Treasure of the City of Ladies

  • Christine de Pizan and the Treasure of the City of Ladies: Info relating to Christine de Pizan and her work.
  • Machiavelli and the Prince: Info about Machiavelli's work "The Prince"

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