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19 Cards in this Set
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Italy
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located on the Tiber River; on a peninsula near Greece in Mediterranean Sea.
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Republic
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This is a form of government in which people elect representatives to serve.
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Roman Republic
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It is a form of government like our system of laws and courts.
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Roman Laws
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What is written as the Twelve Tables?
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Polytheistic
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What is adopted religion of Greek gods using Roman names; built the Pantheon a domed temple dedicated to all the gods?
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Punic War
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What war did Rome fought in against Carthage in N. Africa?
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1.) internal weakness (poor leaders, increased taxes, corruption, citizen apathy)
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What caused the fall of the Roman Empire?
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Julius Caesar
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Who was the first dictator of Rome, gained popularity by giving citizenship to conquered people, created a 365-day calendar, assassinated by senators
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Augustus Caesar
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Who was the first emperor of Rome, ruled during Pax Romana ( time of Peace in Rome) unified and strengthened empire?
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dictator
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A ruler who has absolute power and authority?
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Forum
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What is a public square in the cities in Rome?
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Colosseum
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What is an arena used for public entertainment such as gladiatorial fights
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Patricians
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What are the citizens of Rome, descended from the original founding families of Rome. They usually had land, money, and the right to be elected to the Senate?
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Plebeians
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What are the citizens of Rome that were ordinary working people such as artisans and craftsmen?
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Aqueducts
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What are the structures that carried fresh water to cities?
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skilled engineers
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Romans were these who used concrete to build roads, aqueducts, bridges, and baths- featured arches (keystone) and domes in most construction, they were called?
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roman language
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We use stems of this for our language?
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latin
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What is the basis for Romance languages?
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because it had a strong, well organized government and allowed conquered people to retain their customs.
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How was Rome able to create and maintain its large empire?
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