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Why was the lack of a fixed rule of succession a problem in the Roman Empire? |
They didn't know who to vote for as a leader, which led to violence. |
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Explain why a government migt eprsecute religious minorities. |
So they don't have large conflicts. |
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Describe one cause for the fall out of the repulic. |
The punic wars. |
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What are the 4 Principles of Roman Law? |
1. Nobody can be judged guilty of a crime unless all the facts of the crime were examined. 2, Any person acused of a crime has a right to face their acuser and defend themself infront of a judge. 3. If there's a doubt about someone's guilt they should be judged innocent. 4. Any law that seems unreasonable or unfair could be set aside. |
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Describe the character of the ideal Roman citizen. |
Shows qualities of loyalty, discipline, and strenght. |
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Describe a disadvantage of the ideal Roman dictatorship, explain. |
The people maynot agree with dictator's laws and decisions, it may cause them to attempt to overthrow the government. |
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Pater families: |
Has a family member who controls/protects family members property, has the right to kill a member, speaks for the family, and can sell any family member as a slave. |
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Why were the Roman poor better off than the poor of any other ancient societies? |
The Roman poor was given housing by the governmnet. |
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What is the significance of the Roman toga? |
Established citizenship. |
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Pax Romana: |
A time period of properly, growth, and peace. |
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Importance of the 12 tables in the Roman Republic |
They protected people from the government. |
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How did the Punic Wars affect the Roman Empire? |
After the war, many slaves were working farms, greed, and self interest became new values. THe rich was corrupted by wealth. |
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Describe an advantage of dictatorship. Explain why. |
Makes decisions. (Quick prgression) Good because it got the job done quicker. Has COmplete control. |
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Why did Rome's allies remain loyal during the wars? |
They had special treaties. |
