Ancient Rome Flashcards
Who, according to legend, founded Rome after being raised by a she-wolf
Romulus and Remus
Who did Romulus kill before becoming the first king of Rome?
Remus
What does the myth of Romulus and Remus symbolize about Rome?
Strength and Origins
What type of early government did Rome run?
A monarchy ruled by kings
What significant political change occurred in Rome in 509 BC?
The monarchy was overthrown and Rome became a Republic.
What governing bodies led the Roman Republic following the overthrow of the monarchy in 509 BC?
A senate and 2 elected consuls
Republic
A government where citizens vote for leaders
Senate
A political body made up of wealthy citizens (Patricians)
Consuls
Two officials elected to lead the republic
When did the Republic end?
When Julius Caesar became dictator
In 44BC what lead to a power struggle?
Caesar was assassinated
Who was the first emperor marking the start of the Roman Empire
Augustus Caesar (Octavian)
How many wars did Rome fight against Carthage?
3
What were the wars against Carthage called?
The Punic Wars
Which Carthaginian general used war elephants to attack Rome?
General Hannibal
Who won all three Punic wars?
Rome destroyed Carthage and expanded its empire
Why were the senates angry with Julius Caesar?
Caesar conquered Gaul and declared himself dictator for life.
Who assassinated Julius Caesar in 44 BC?
Brutus and other senators
Where is Gaul located in present day?
Modern day France
Republic Era
Senates, Consuls, and Assemblies (elected officials)
Empire Era
Emperor held absolute power, with the senate having little authority.
Patricians
Wealthy land owners who controlled the government
Plebeians
Commoners who had limited political power.
Tribunes
Officials elected to protest Plebeian rights
