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15 Cards in this Set
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What is the name of the time period when Roman rulers brought peace and wealth to the Mediterranean region?
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Pax Romana
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True or False?
Rome was founded as a republic. |
False
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How long did it take to get from Caesarea to Rome by sea?
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20 days
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Rome became a republic in __________.
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509 BC
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Rome gained ________, ________, and ________, which are islands, from Carthage.
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-Sardinia
-Corsica -Sicily |
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Identify if the phrase applies to Roman Republic or Roman Empire.
New leaders are appointed to senate. Leader is emperor. Leaders are elected officials. New leaders seize power by force. |
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Why was Julius Caesar important?
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He was a great general and politician.
Caesar conquered Gaul. |
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What 2 things helped unite the Roman Empire?
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Trade and common language
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A soldier in a Roman legion.
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Legionary
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The commander of a century in the Roman army.
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Centurions
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A catapult used in ancient warfare for hurling large stones.
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Ballista
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What do the 4 temples that were in Rome tell you about Roman society?
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The Romans liked to worship their Gods.
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What did Roman coins announce about the emperor?
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His achievements
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True or False?
Romance languages developed from Latin. |
True
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Northeast Africa was ruled by:
A. Alexander B. Roman Empire C. Both |
C. Both
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