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What was the background of Aeneas, who is credited with founding the Roman race?
What was the background of Aeneas, who is credited with founding the Roman race?
- He was a native Italian farmer.
- He was a Roman general who conquered Greece.
- He was a Greek philosopher and teacher.
- He was a Trojan prince and demi-god. (correct)
What was the outcome of the disagreement between Romulus and Remus regarding the founding of their city?
What was the outcome of the disagreement between Romulus and Remus regarding the founding of their city?
- Romulus killed Remus and founded Rome. (correct)
- Remus founded a rival city on Aventine Hill.
- They agreed to seek help from neighboring cities.
- They decided to share Palatine Hill.
Who were the twin brothers credited with the founding of Rome?
Who were the twin brothers credited with the founding of Rome?
- Numitor and Amulius
- Romulus and Remus (correct)
- Aeneas and Ascanius
- Faustulus and his wife
Which hill did Romulus choose for the founding of Rome?
Which hill did Romulus choose for the founding of Rome?
How did Romulus and Remus escape their fate ordered by King Amulius?
How did Romulus and Remus escape their fate ordered by King Amulius?
What type of people predominantly made up the slave population in ancient Rome?
What type of people predominantly made up the slave population in ancient Rome?
What mythological creature raised Romulus and Remus after they were abandoned?
What mythological creature raised Romulus and Remus after they were abandoned?
What were some of the primary imports in early Rome?
What were some of the primary imports in early Rome?
What city did Ascanius build after Aeneas established his home in Italy?
What city did Ascanius build after Aeneas established his home in Italy?
During what time period was Rome considered a minor power on the international scale?
During what time period was Rome considered a minor power on the international scale?
What societal role did Faustulus and his wife play in the upbringing of Romulus and Remus?
What societal role did Faustulus and his wife play in the upbringing of Romulus and Remus?
What led to the growth of early Roman trade routes?
What led to the growth of early Roman trade routes?
How did early Romans benefit from their geographical location?
How did early Romans benefit from their geographical location?
What was the relationship between the early expansion of Rome and the neighboring Etruscans?
What was the relationship between the early expansion of Rome and the neighboring Etruscans?
What was the relationship between Numitor and Romulus and Remus?
What was the relationship between Numitor and Romulus and Remus?
What role did slavery play in the growth of early Roman infrastructure?
What role did slavery play in the growth of early Roman infrastructure?
What major construction project is attributed to Emperor Lucius Tarquinius Priscus?
What major construction project is attributed to Emperor Lucius Tarquinius Priscus?
Which of the following actions did Lucius Tarquinius Priscus take that would have increased tension with the citizens of Rome?
Which of the following actions did Lucius Tarquinius Priscus take that would have increased tension with the citizens of Rome?
What was the ultimate consequence of Lucius Tarquinius Superbus's rule?
What was the ultimate consequence of Lucius Tarquinius Superbus's rule?
Which king of Rome was known for his violent and egotistical nature?
Which king of Rome was known for his violent and egotistical nature?
Who joined forces with the Roman army to oust Lucius Tarquinius Superbus?
Who joined forces with the Roman army to oust Lucius Tarquinius Superbus?
What system did Emperor Priscus develop to improve the sanitation of Rome?
What system did Emperor Priscus develop to improve the sanitation of Rome?
What motivated Lucius Tarquinius Superbus to commit fratricide?
What motivated Lucius Tarquinius Superbus to commit fratricide?
What significant event marked the end of the Roman Kingdom?
What significant event marked the end of the Roman Kingdom?
Study Notes
Romulus and Remus Founding Rome
- Romulus and Remus were twins prophesied to overthrow their uncle, King Amulius of Alba Longa.
- They were abandoned as infants and raised by a she-wolf.
- They later killed Amulius and restored their grandfather, Numitor, to the throne.
- After founding Rome, Romulus ruled for 37 years before disappearing in a storm.
Early Rome and Trade
- Rome's location on the Tiber River facilitated trade with other Italian communities and the Mediterranean.
- Early trade involved the importation of marble, spices, and precious metals.
- Exports included grains, wine, olives, and olive oil.
- Slaves were used to manage trade, contributing to the city's growth.
The Roman Kings
- After the founding of Rome, a series of kings ruled the city.
- The Roman Kingdom was influenced by Greek democratic ideologies.
- King Lucius Tarquinius Priscus, an Etruscan, expanded Rome through military campaigns.
- He funded infrastructure projects, including the Cloaca Maxima and the Circus Maximus.
- King Servius Tullius succeeded Priscus after a political coup.
- The last king, Lucius Tarquinius Superbus, was violent and oppressive.
- Superbus was overthrown in 495 BCE by a rebellion led by Lucius Junius Brutus, marking the end of the Roman monarchy.
Aeneas and the Foundation of the Roman Race
- The Trojan hero Aeneas, son of Aphrodite and a prince, escaped the Trojan War.
- He landed on the Italian shores and is credited with founding the Roman race.
- His son, Ascanius, established the city of Alba Longa, which was the dominant city in Italy for centuries.
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Explore the legendary tale of Romulus and Remus, the twin brothers prophesied to establish Rome after overcoming challenges from their uncle. Discover the early development of trade in Rome and the impact of its kings during the Roman Kingdom. Test your knowledge on this pivotal chapter in history!
