Rome Test Review Quizz

How did Italy's geography help the rise of Rome?

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Why did the Romans make up stories and legends about their history?

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Which of the two brothers named the city of Rome after himself?

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Why do you think Rome's patricians were so concerned when the plebeians elected their own council?

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According to legend, Cincinnatus was chosen as dictator to lead the Roman army and quickly defeated his foes.

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The Romans chose patricians to lead the city during difficult wars; however, these officials could remain in power for only six months.

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Romulus was a legendary hero from Troy who fled to Italy and allied himself with a people called the Latins.

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In a republic, people elect leaders to represent them in government.

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The richer, more powerful citizens of Rome were called patricians and were originally the only ones who could be elected to office.

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Plebeians were the common people of Rome, a group that wanted more of a say in how Rome was run.

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