Roman History and Geography Concepts

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Italy is a peninsula that looks like what?

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A high-heeled boot

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Sicily is an island near the foot of Italy's what?

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Boot.

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What is the Apennines?

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A mountain range that runs down the length of Italy from north to south.

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Who were Romulus and Remus?

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Romulus and Remus were twin brothers. Romulus killed Remus and founded Rome in 753 B.C.

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Who was Aeneas?

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A Trojan hero who sailed to Italy after Troy was destroyed and united with the Latins to become 'father' of the Romans.

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When did the Romans rebel and start a republic?

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In 509 B.C.

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Why was Rome able to conquer all of Italy?

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Strong, disciplined army; smart planning; fair treatment of conquered people.

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Who served in the early Roman army?

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Male citizens.

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How did Roman generals organize the army?

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Into legions, smaller groups of about 6,000 men.

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What is a unit of about 3000-6,000 men in the ancient Roman army called?

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Legion