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Sean Lawrence
Chapter 6 Test (Davis & McCallister)
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| what three groups inhabited italy and finally battled for control? | latins, greeks, and etruscans |
| what type of government did the romans establish after the period of kings? | republic |
| what did tibunes protect? | the rights of the plebians |
| what did consuls replace and how many where there? | replaced kings; term was 1 year |
| what body of law established that all free citizens had the right to eqyal protection. | The twelve tables. |
| Who appointed a dictator, why? How long did he serve? | A republic could appoint a dictator in a crisis, to make laws, and they served 6 month terms. |
| How did hannibal surprise the Romans during the Punic War? | He led his army from Spain across france and through the Alps. |
| Which Great city was burned to the ground in the third Punic War? | Carthage |
| Who were the twin sons that legend says founded Rome? | Romulus and Remus |
| What was the most serious problem due to the Punic War and Romes increasing wealth? | The widening gap between the Rich and the Poor. |
| Why were Tiberius and Gaius Killed? | They tried to help Romes poor. |
| What was one of Julius Caesars many reforms? | He started colonies where the landless could own land and increased pay for soldiers. |
| Who became emperor after Caesar? | Agustus |
| Wealthy land owners lived on large plantations called? | Latifundias |
| What was the most important industries in Rome? | Agriculture |
| How long did the Pax Romana Last? | 207 years or 400 years. (either will be accepted) |
| What was the paterfamilias? | The oldest male in the house made all decisions. |
| What is a Triumvirate? | A group of 3 kings or rulers |
| What is the term "dispersal of Jews"? | Diaspora |
| Why did Christianity pose a problem for Rome rulers? | They refused to worship Roman Gods. |
| What was the Edict of Milan? | Accepted Christianity as one of Romes official Religions. |
| One reason why Christianity was appealing? | Gave hope to the powerless. |
| Who was Constantine? | A Roman emperor that saw a vision before a battle and prompted him to accept Christianity. |
| Who was born in Bethlehem and accepted Christianity? | Jesus |
| The term "any teaching that contradicted Christianity"? | Heresy |
| What Emperor persecuted Christians after accusing them for a fire? | Nero |
| Why was jesus arrested? | Rome Government thought that he challenged Roman authority. |
| What was trade like during Pax Romana? | Rome's treasuries were enriched, easy access to Roam roads, and plenty of food for the entire population. |
| How did trade and wealth decline in Rome? | Government raised taxed, drastic drop in the value of money, and invasions from the North. |
| what was the biggest problem the Roman empire faced? | Loyalty |
| During the decline of Rome, what group was the most influential in Roman government? | Military |
| Even though Rome was declining, how long did it last and how? | 200 years; Emperors reformed |
| How did Diocletian keep the empire intact? | Divided east and west, doubled the size of the army, set fixed prices to battle inflation, and made farmers and other workers stay in their jobs for life. |
| Which half of the Roman Empire was the wealthiest and survived the longest? | The Easter Part. |
| Where did Constantine move the Capital? | Byzantium |
| Name at least two reasons why the Western Empire failed? | Outside incasions, and The seperation of the Western empire from the wealthier Eastern part. |
| What happened to the East Empire? | Survived for 1000 Years |
| The mixing of elements from Greek, Hellenistic, and Roman culture produced a new culture called? | Greco-Roman Culture |
| What ruined city preserved the best examples of Roman paintings? | Pompeii |
| What Roman author wrote light-hearted, witty literature offering relationship advice? | Poet Ovid |
| What modern structure in today's society mirrors the Roman Colosseum? | Sports Stadiums |
| Name one element from Roman law that is present in our legal system today? | Innocent until proven Guilty. |