Unit 2B: Roman Republic and Empire

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Civilization that greatly influenced Rome

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Ancient Greece

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12 Tables of Rome

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A basic unified law code that enabled the people of Rome to know their rights. Similar to Hammurabi's Code in that it helped unify an Empire. Became an inspiration for later law codes in Europe.

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Pax Romana (Roman Peace)

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A time in which Rome experienced peace and prosperity for over 200 years. A term for the golden age of Roman Peace.

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Purpose for dividing the Roman Empire

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To make control of the empire more efficient and effective

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Reasons for collapse of the Roman Empire

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Economic problems, weak emperors, invasions by barbarians, corruption in the government

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Patricians

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Patricians in ancient Rome were a member of the privileged upper class. The wealthy nobles and landowners.

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Plebeians

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Plebeians in ancient Rome were a member of the poor lower class. The poor common people.

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Emperor Constantine

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Roman emperor who legalized Christianity in the Roman empire

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Aqueduct

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An invention of the Romans that allowed them to bring water to their cities from a far distance.

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Entertainment in Rome

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Chariot races, gladiator matches, public executions. These events were used to entertain the poor and keep them content.