The Rise of the Roman Republic

Republic

A form of government in which citizens choose their leaders by voting

Patricians

wealthy landowners in ancient Rome

Plebeians

the common people of ancient Rome

Consul

one of two main leaders elected yearly in Ancient Rome

Veto

to reject

Dictator

a leader who speaks and rules with total power

Tribune

a representative who fought to protect the rights of ordinary citizens in ancient Rome

Legion

large groups of Roman soldiers

Roman Forum

an open-air marketplace in the center of Rome used for important religious, social and political activities

Which two mountain ranges are in Italy?

The Alps and the Apennine Mountains

What country is Rome in?

Italy

What is the island off the southwest corner of Italy?

Sicily

What were some benefits that the geography of Rome offered? (Know at least 2)

Mild climate, easy access to trading routes, easy to grow crops, access to freshwater, far enough away from foreign threats.

What was the name of the person who Rome was supposedly named after?

Romulus

What was the first group who lived in Rome?

Latins

Which two cultures heavily influenced the Romans?

Etruscans and Greeks

This group made up the majority of Ancient Rome.

Plebeians

What were the Twelve Tables and why were they important?

Roman laws written on bronze tablets and posted in the Forum so everyone could see them. They protected the rights of the plebeians.

In the legislative branch, the patricians ruled the...

Senate

In the legislative branch, the plebeians ruled the...

Assembly

Who did Rome fight against in the Punic Wars?

Carthage

How many wars were in the Punic Wars?

Three

What was the cause for the start of the Punic Wars?

Competition for land

Who was the main leader of the Carthaginians, known for his skilled military strategies and use of war elephants?

Hannibal

Who won the Punic Wars?

Romans