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Who proclaimed himself king after murdering his brother?
Who proclaimed himself king after murdering his brother?
- Numa Pompilius
- Lucius Tarquinius Priscus
- Romulus (correct)
- Tullus Hostilius
Who was killed over a disagreement with Romulus?
Who was killed over a disagreement with Romulus?
Remus
In what year was Rome founded?
In what year was Rome founded?
753 BC
Who was a Sabine king that shared kingship with Romulus?
Who was a Sabine king that shared kingship with Romulus?
What was the role of the Senatus in ancient Rome?
What was the role of the Senatus in ancient Rome?
The earliest senators were called patricians.
The earliest senators were called patricians.
Who was elected king after Romulus?
Who was elected king after Romulus?
What did Numa Pompilius keep closed to indicate a state of peace?
What did Numa Pompilius keep closed to indicate a state of peace?
Who was known as a warlord and paid little heed to religious observances?
Who was known as a warlord and paid little heed to religious observances?
What was the fate of Alba Longa?
What was the fate of Alba Longa?
Who was the grandson of Numa Pompilius and became king?
Who was the grandson of Numa Pompilius and became king?
What class was created from the conquered Latins?
What class was created from the conquered Latins?
Who cared for Ancus Marcius's sons due to his respect and courtesy?
Who cared for Ancus Marcius's sons due to his respect and courtesy?
What is the Cloaca Maxima?
What is the Cloaca Maxima?
What was the primary purpose of the Circus Maximus?
What was the primary purpose of the Circus Maximus?
What is a Roman triumph?
What is a Roman triumph?
Who seized the kingship after his father-in-law's assassination?
Who seized the kingship after his father-in-law's assassination?
Who was Tullia?
Who was Tullia?
Who was known for his pride and earned the nickname Superbus?
Who was known for his pride and earned the nickname Superbus?
Who raped Lucretia, leading to the end of the Roman Monarchy?
Who raped Lucretia, leading to the end of the Roman Monarchy?
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Study Notes
Founders of Rome
- Romulus: Founded Rome in 753 BC, reigned until 716 BC; known for murdering his twin brother, Remus.
- Remus: Twin brother of Romulus; his death marked a pivotal moment in Roman lore.
Key Historical Dates
- 753 BC: Established as the founding year of Rome; initial settlement on the Palatine Hill.
Kings of Rome
- Titus Tatius: A Sabine king who shared rule with Romulus following the abduction of Sabine women.
- Numa Pompilius: Reigned from 716-672 BC; credited with establishing important religious and political frameworks in Rome.
- Tullus Hostilius: Ruled from 672-640 BC; recognized as a military leader with a disregard for religion, leading to his downfall.
- Ancus Marcius: Grandson of Numa, reigned from 640-616 BC; chosen through a democratic process.
- Lucius Tarquinius Priscus: An Etruscan king (616-578 BC) selected by Ancus for his admirable qualities.
- Servius Tullius: Ruled from 578-534 BC; seized the throne after assassinating Lucius Tarquinius Priscus.
- Lucius Tarquinius Superbus: Last king of Rome (534-509 BC); known for his arrogance; ousted from power.
Societal Classes
- Patricians: Early Roman senators, originating from noble families, known as patres.
- Plebeians: Common people descended from conquered Latins; settled in the Aventine Hill.
Key Urban Developments
- Cloaca Maxima: Renowned ancient sewer system, integral for Rome’s sanitation.
- Circus Maximus: Major venue for chariot racing; a significant aspect of Roman entertainment.
Religious and Civic Practices
- Janus: God of doors; Numa kept his temple closed to symbolize peace and named January after him.
- Roman Triumph: Ceremony honoring victorious military generals; essential in Roman celebration of power.
Notable Events
- Assassination of Servius Tullius: Coordinated by his daughter Tullia and her husband, Superbus, which led to the decline of monarchy.
Key Incidents
- Rape of Lucretia: An act by Sextus Tarquinius that catalyzed the removal of the monarchy and led to the establishment of the Roman Republic.
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