Rome

How did the actions of the citizens in Rome and Greece reflect the ideals of the U.S.?

• voting shows a sense of civic responsibility

• participating in the Senate they showed value in trading

• women were allowed to serve in government showed equality

• a strong military showed a desire for peace

what parts of a democracy were shared between Athens, Rome, and the U.S.

• speaking Latin qualified people to vote

• Women were NOT able to participate in government

• citizens participted in making decisons in government through voting

• laws were known to all and defined the powers of government

• people who owned land were NOT allowed to participate in elections

how could the leaders of Rome improve the people's opinion of the Republic

• by restoring the property requirement for citizenship

• by punishing corruption in government

• by taking power from the senate and giving it to an emperor

• by giving more power to the military generals

Why was Gaius Verres brought to a tribunal (court)

• to give him new power as governor

• to recognize him as the governor

• to present him with a gift

• to prosecute him for a crime

which is a characteristic of the government in the Roman Republic and the U.S.

• power is divided between the states and federal government

• the government is divided into 3 parts and allows for checks and balances

• citizenship is a sacred right given to males who serve the military

• power is divided between the those who owned the most land

Which man was stabbed to death on the Senate floor?

• Brutus

• Juluis Caesar

• Caesar Augustus

• Mark Antony

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What achievement brought fresh water into Roman cities?

• Laws

• Arches

• Dome

• Aqueducts

Which of the following was NOT a reason for the Fall of Rome?

• Slave Rebellions

• Barbarian Invasion

• Size

• Corruption

What rights did the Roman citizens have?

• Raise taxes

• Hold public office and Vote

• Declare war

• Lead armies

A _______________ is a form of government in which citizens elect their leaders.

• an empire

• a monarchy

• a republic

• a colony

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