10.3 Roman Republic Review

Why was the Emperor so threatened by Jesus and Christians?

• Christianity promoted peace and harmony among citizens.

• Christianity rejected emperor worship and spread ideas that challenged Roman authority.

• Christianity encouraged the worship of multiple gods.

• Christianity was a wealthy religion that threatened the economy.

Why would Rome want to expand its borders?

• To gain resources, wealth, and land, and to increase security.

• To reduce the population density in the city.

• To establish diplomatic relations with neighboring countries.

• To promote cultural exchange and tourism.

Who (people) participated in the Punic Wars?

• Hannibal and Scipio Africanus

• Julius Caesar and Pompey

• Alexander the Great and Darius

• Augustus and Nero

Did all these terrible Emperors impact the day-to-day lives of common people in the provinces? Why or Why not?

• Yes, they directly controlled all aspects of life.

• Not always—local governors managed daily affairs.

• They had no influence on the provinces at all.

• Only during times of war did they affect daily life.

What are the weaknesses of Rome expanding and conquering new territories?

• Overextended military and difficulty governing diverse cultures.

• Increased trade and economic prosperity.

• Strengthened alliances with neighboring regions.

• Enhanced cultural exchange and integration.

What was the Roman policy of religious toleration?

• Rome allowed conquered peoples to keep their religions as long as they worshiped Roman gods.

• Rome required all conquered peoples to adopt Roman religious practices exclusively.

• Rome permitted only the worship of the emperor as a god.

• Rome enforced strict penalties for those who practiced non-Roman religions.

What’s the Pax Romana and why was it important?

• A 200-year period of peace and stability that allowed Rome to prosper.

• A time of constant warfare and expansion for the Roman Empire.

• A series of civil wars that weakened the Roman government.

• A cultural movement that led to the decline of Roman art and literature.

Why was the Battle of Pharsalus important for Julius Caesar?

• Caesar defeated Pompey’s forces, cementing his control over Rome.

• Caesar lost the battle, leading to his exile from Rome.

• The battle marked the end of the Roman Republic.

• Pompey became the sole ruler of Rome after the battle.

What new territories did Rome gain as it expanded?

• Spain, Gaul, Egypt

• Germany, Scandinavia, Greece

• Italy, North Africa, Persia

• India, China, Japan

What did Christians believe?

• 1 God (monotheism) - Jesus was God - Believing in Jesus gets you into heaven.

• Multiple gods (polytheism) - Jesus was a prophet - Good deeds alone get you into heaven.

• 1 God (monotheism) - Jesus was a teacher - Faith is not necessary for salvation.

• 1 God (monotheism) - Jesus was a philosopher - Only the righteous will be saved.