ROME TEST 2

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Why were the 12 Tables placed in the forum?

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So every citizen could see the laws for the Republic inscribed on bronze tablets.

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What did Rome do when the surrounding towns tried to break their agreed defense "contracts" with the Romans?

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They forced the towns to remain in the deal. If they tried to break the deal, the Romans would conquer them.

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What did the Romans build for war and business?

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roads

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Who did the Greeks hire to defeat the armies attacking their territory? Options: Leonidas, Pyrrhus, Alcibiades, Themistocles

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Pyrrhus

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What did Pyrrhus think he would accomplish in Italy?

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not only stop the Romans from conquering Greek territory, but he also planned on conquering Italy for himself

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Why was Pyrrhus shocked after he won the first battle against the Romans?

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Pyrrhus offered the Romans peace and they refused.

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What huge problem did Pyrrhus have after he won the second battle? Pyrrhus famously said, "Another victory like this and I am done for."

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he lost too many men during the battle.

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Pyrrhic victory

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a victory but at a huge cost to the winner.

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What did Rome control by 256 BC?

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the entire Italian peninsula

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How did Carthage feel about Rome's success?

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Jealous and concerned about Rome's growing power