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Rome - Ch 11 Test
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Aeneid | Legend about the founding of Rome by Virgil |
| frescoes | Etruscan wall paintings |
| First Punic War | Started when Rome fought for control of Sicily |
| Sulla | Hoped that his reforms would restore Rome to its earlier glory |
| Third Punic War | Rome finally destroyed Carthage |
| What were the Twelve Tables? | Rome’s first written laws |
| How do the laws of the Twelve Tables compare to today’s laws? | The Twelve Tables Laws seem unjust and extremely harsh compared to today's laws. |
| How did Italy’s geography make it a good place for settlement and for attracting visitors? | It has a good sunny climate The land is good for growing crops (fertile soil) It is located in the middle of the Mediterranean region and can be easily reached from Africa, Asia and Europe by land or by sea. |
| What do many Etruscan frescoes show? | They show people enjoying music and dance |
| What is civic duty? | The idea that citizens have the responsibility to help their country |
| What are two qualities of Roman Soldiers? | Roman soldiers were highly trained and extremely disciplined |
| What part of Italy’s boot shape points to Sicily? | The toe |
| Why did Augustus rebuild many of Rome’s buildings in marble? | To reflect Rome’s grandeur and elegant greatness |