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The Rise and Fall of Rome, and Thinking like a Historian

These activities are about the rise and fall of Rome and how to think like a historian.

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Who was Rome's first emperor?Augustus Caesar
Why was Julius Caesar assassinated?Some Senators were afraid that he would ruin the Roman political and power system.
What was the 200 years of peace called?Pax Romana
Which Roman emperor is responsible for the Pax Romana?Augustus Caesar
Why does Rome eventually fall?Many reasons: Corruption at the top, too large of an empire, super rich and very poor, little loyalty among the troops and the conquered citizens, and the invasions of the Barbarians.
What structures were built by engineers of the Roman Empire?Bridges, aqueducts, and Hadrian's Wall
What feature of Roman law most influenced our American system of government?Equal justice under the law.
The Roman Republic and the Roman Empire were similar. What was the most significant difference?The Roman Emperor, who served for life was elected by
One reason the gap between the rich and the poor of the Roman Empire grew larger is that...only the poor paid taxes.
What is one Roman Law principles did we get?Equal justice under the Law
What is another important law principalA good government rules under the rule of law.
How does Octavian change the calendarJulius becomes July, Octavian becomes October and Augustus becomes August
Who were the legendary twins that started Rome?Romulus and Remus
Who raised the twins?A she wolf.


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Central Springs High School
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