The Rise of the Roman Empire

Ancient Rome - Rise

Objective: I can explain the rise of the Roman Civilization

Etruscans

• In 753 BC, the Etruscans reigned under 7 kings.

• The kingdom expanded near where the city of Rome is today.

Etruscans to Romans

From 753 BC to 509 BC, the area of Rome was ruled by kings. In 509, the Romas overthrew the Etruscan kings and vowed, or promised to never be ruled by kings again. That began a republic, where Senators were a group of leaders who made decisions for the people.

Multiple Choice

Romans did not want to be ruled by...

• Kings

• Senators

• Greeks

Poll

Which is a better form of government?

• A republic with senators

• A kingdom with Kings

Roman Republic

500 years of growth in the republic

Roman Republic Growth

During the Roman Republic, lots and lots of land was added. This covers land from Spain to Turkey and through northern Africa.

Multiple Choice

During the Roman Republic, which of the following happened?

• Kings took over more land.

• Rome grew, adding more and more land.

• Rome got smaller and smaller

• Rome was conquered by Greece.

Roman Republic

Using elements of the Greek democracy, the Romans used Senators to make decisions for the people. If you wanted different decisions made, you could choose a different Senator, or talk to them about making better decisions for the people.

The Roman Senate

• Was very powerful

• Had 300-500 men who served for their life

• Still had some problems, even though it was better than kings.

SPQR

Senātus Populusque Rōmānus or The Senate and People of Rome was the main motto for the Roman Republic.

Multiple Choice

Overall, the Roman Republic was...

• Better than having one king.

• A terrible form of government.

• Better than Greece.

Open Ended

Summarize what you have learned about the Roman Republic today. (Write in complete sentences).