Rome Study Guide Flashcards

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What is a Republic?

A system where supreme power is in citizens able to vote (correct)

An assembly possessing high legislative powers

A military commander who became Dictator

The Roman peace

What does 'Pax Romana' refer to?

The Roman peace

Who was Julius Caesar?

A military commander who became Dictator

Who was Peter?

Disciple of Jesus and leader of the apostles Signup and view all the answers

What is a Consul?

One of two officials who led the government in the ancient Roman republic Signup and view all the answers

Who was Constantine?

Emperor of Rome who adopted the Christian faith and stopped the persecution of Christians Signup and view all the answers

What is Constantinople?

The capital of the eastern Roman Empire and later of the Byzantine Empire Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Diaspora' refer to?

Every country outside of Israel Signup and view all the answers

Who was Paul in the New Testament?

A Christian missionary to the Gentiles Signup and view all the answers

What does the title 'Christ' signify?

A title of Jesus Signup and view all the answers

Who was Augustus?

First emperor of the Roman empire, Honorific name of Octavian Signup and view all the answers

What is the Aeneid?

An epic poem about the Trojan War Signup and view all the answers

Who was Jesus?

A Jewish prophet believed to be the Son of God by Christians Signup and view all the answers

Who was Diocletian?

Roman emperor who decided to divide the empires Signup and view all the answers

What is Latin?

Any dialect of the language of ancient Rome Signup and view all the answers

What is Greco-Roman culture?

Culture based on Greece and Rome Signup and view all the answers

What did Virgil do?

Wrote the Aeneid Signup and view all the answers

Who were the groups on the Italian Peninsula?

Greeks, Latins, Etruscans Signup and view all the answers

Who were the Patricians?

Powerful landowners who controlled Roman government and society Signup and view all the answers

Who were the Plebeians?

Farmers, artisans, and merchants who made up a majority of the population Signup and view all the answers

What were the Punic Wars?

The three wars between Carthage and Rome Signup and view all the answers

What was life like for Romans?

Cruel life with many wars and bad quality of life Signup and view all the answers

Why were the Jews disliked during Paul's time?

Because Paul recreated what Jesus had said making everyone dislike the Jews Signup and view all the answers

What contributed to Rome's decline?

Barbarian invasions, excessive military spending, inflation, political corruption Signup and view all the answers

What Roman activities are still present?

Roman temples for worship, games, Pantheon ruins, etc. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Roman Political Structure

Republic: A system where citizens with voting rights hold supreme power.
Senate: The assembly responsible for high legislative authority.
Consul: One of two officials who governed the ancient Roman Republic.

Key Historical Figures

Julius Caesar: Military leader who became Dictator; played a critical role in the demise of the Roman Republic.
Augustus: First emperor who established the Roman Principate, marking the transition from the Republic to an empire.
Constantine: Roman Emperor (280-337) who embraced Christianity, ending persecutions against Christians.
Diocletian: An emperor who divided the empire to better manage military and administrative challenges.

Religion and Culture

Jesus: A Jewish prophet, viewed by Christians as the Son of God, whose teachings led to the founding of Christianity.
Christ: Title attributed to Jesus, signifying his role and legacy in Christian faith.
Peter: Leader of the apostles and key figure in early Christianity.
Paul: A missionary to non-Jews, significant in spreading Christian teachings beyond Jewish communities.
Greco-Roman Culture: A blend of Greek and Roman cultural elements, influencing art, philosophy, and governance.

Significant Events and Concepts

Pax Romana: A period of relative peace and stability across the Roman Empire.
Diaspora: Refers to Jewish communities living outside of Israel, particularly significant in the post-Temple period.
Punic Wars: A series of three conflicts between Rome and Carthage, ending in Roman victory and expansion.
Roman Decline: Factors contributing to decline included barbarian invasions, excessive military spending, inflation, and political corruption.

Patricians: The elite landowning class influencing politics and societal norms.
Plebeians: The majority population, composed of farmers, artisans, and merchants, often struggling for rights against the Patricians.

Cultural Contributions

Aeneid: An epic poem by Virgil that narrates the story of the Trojan War and the founding of Rome.
Latin: The language of ancient Rome, with dialects shaping various Romance languages.

Daily Life and Legacy

Life for Romans often included severe hardships, wars, and a generally low quality of life.
Cultural remnants include Roman temples, public games, and monuments like the Pantheon, highlighting the empire's former grandeur.

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Explore key terms and concepts of Ancient Rome with these flashcards. This study guide covers essential vocabulary including Republic, Senate, and significant figures like Julius Caesar. Perfect for students of Roman history to reinforce their understanding.