Ancient Rome Review

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How did Italy’s land allow the region to support a large population?

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The large flat plains were ideal for growing crops.

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What geographic features influenced Rome’s development?

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Located along a river, and the Mediterranean Sea; Located along rugged mountains; There was a mild climate, and large flat plains for the ability to grow crops.

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What kinds of communities did the Greeks settle?

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Farming Communities.

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How did the Greeks influence the Romans?

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The Greeks gave the Romans their alphabet, and later influenced the Romans by showing them architecture, sculptures, and literature.

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What is a republic?

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A form of government in which citizens elect their leaders.

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What kinds of people were considered plebeians?

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Poor shopkeepers, small farm owners and artisans

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What Kinds of people were considered patricians? Wealthy Landowners, Rome’s oldest and most prominent families

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Wealthy Landowners and Rome’s oldest and most prominent families

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What is the main difference between plebeians and patricians?

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The main difference is that the plebeians are poor, and the patricians are wealthy.

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What is a dictator? Why did the Romans believe they needed a dictator?

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A dictator is a person granted absolute power. The Romans believed that they needed a strong ruler.

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What was Carthage? Where was Carthage based?

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Carthage was a trading empire. Carthage was based along the North Coast of Africa.