6.2 Flashcards
What were the Punic Wars?
The Punic Wars were fought between Rome and Carthage.
In what two ways did imperialism hurt small farmers?
Imperialism hurt small farmers by taking away their land and resources.
How did Diocletian help to slow inflation?
Diocletian fixed prices, forced farmers to stay on their land, and required them to follow occupation.
What were the major causes that contributed to the decline of the Roman Empire?
The major causes included invasions, over-cultivated farm land, and people relying on government support.
What is imperialism?
Imperialism is the domination by one country over the political, economic, or cultural life of another country or region.
What are latifundia?
Latifundia are large estates purchased by wealthy Romans.
Who was Tiberius Gracchus?
Tiberius Gracchus was a tribune who asked to give land to poor farmers.
Who was Gaius Gracchus?
Gaius Gracchus was a tribune who asked to use public funds to buy grain and seeds for the poor.
Who was Julius Caesar?
Julius Caesar was a brilliant military commander who became dictator of Rome.
What does ‘Augustus’ mean?
‘Augustus’ means ‘Exalted one’ and was the name given by the Senate to Octavian, the first emperor of Rome.
What is a census?
A census is a population count.
Who was Constantine?
Constantine was the first Christian emperor of Rome.
What was Constantinople?
Constantinople was the new capital of the Eastern Roman Empire.
What are Huns?
Nomadic people from Asia.
What is a mercenary?
Foreign soldiers serving for pay.
