The Founding of Rome

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What effect did geography have on the rise of Roman civilization?

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It provided fertile land and a strategic location for trade and defense.

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What factors contributed to Rome becoming a great power?

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Strategic location, military prowess, and political innovations

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In c. 509 B.C., Rome becomes a ________.

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republic

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The Roman way of life was influenced by Latin, Greek, and Etruscan civilizations. Which civilizations influenced the Roman way of life?

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Latin, Greek, and Etruscan

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Which river was the city of Rome built along?

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Tiber River

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The Romans borrowed two items from the Greeks. Which of the following are they? Philosophy and Architecture, Mathematics and Medicine, Literature and Astronomy, Engineering and Sculpture

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Philosophy and Architecture

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The Etruscans influenced early Rome in which of the following ways? Through their architecture and engineering techniques, By introducing the Latin language, By establishing the Roman Republic, Through their naval dominance in the Mediterranean

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Through their architecture and engineering techniques

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How did Romans rule differently from the Etruscans?

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Romans ruled with a republic system, while Etruscans had a monarchy.

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The Romans were able to expand their control of Italy because:

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they had superior military tactics and organization

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What is the definition of 'patrician'?

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A member of the ruling class