Chapter 11 - The Roman Republic - Roman Culture & Society

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Which river would a daring merchant choose to stop by and trade in the bustling city of Rome?

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the Tiber

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Which groups of people had a major impact on shaping early Rome? Options: the Etruscans and Latins, the Greeks and Etruscans, the Latins, the Spartans

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the Etruscans and Latins

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Imagine you're a plebeian in ancient Rome, just like Liam and Jackson. How did you and your fellow plebeians cleverly gain more power in the Roman government?

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by electing leaders who favored plebeians over patricians

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What crucial role did the powerful dictators play in Rome’s representative government?

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They held complete control but only during times of crisis.

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How did the establishment of the Roman Republic transform the bustling Forum into a hub of activity?

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It made the Forum the center of Roman politics.

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Imagine you're a Roman farmer like Ethan, and your best friends Maya and Avery are helping you grow the most amazing crops in ancient Rome. What do you think was the secret ingredient that made Ethan's farm flourish?

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fertile soil and a mild climate

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What term best captures the essence of the society you're all exploring together in ancient Rome?

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patriarchy

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What two factors would most strongly determine how much education a Roman child like Anika or Arjun gets?

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gender and family wealth

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What vital role did slaves play in keeping Rome's economy thriving and bustling?

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They provided much of the manual labor needed to build, farm, and mine.

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Who was the fearless leader of the legendary slave army that rose up in 73 B.C. in ancient Rome?

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Spartacus