Chapter 4 Flashcards
Who was Janus?
Janus was a two-faced god of war introduced into the Roman culture by the Etruscans.
Early Romans could MOST likely be said to have an _____ view on religion?
Open-Minded
How did the Romans create their pantheon?
By borrowing most of their gods from Greek mythology.
Who were the Etruscans?
A civilization that predated the Romans and influenced many of their traditions
What was Magna Graecia?
A massive colonial presence in what is now southern Italy and Sicily.
From which of the following civilizations did the Romans adopt their alphabet, religion, and much of their architecture and art?
The Greeks
How did Etruscan society differ from Roman society?
Etruscan women enjoyed a higher status than Roman women.
Which of the following made Italy a great place to start an empire?
Abundance of fertile land
Which of the following is a legacy of Romulus?
Contributions to Roman law AND the naming of Rome AND senatorial class.
Although the Romans claimed to be descendants from the civilized people of Troy, it is much more likely that they were descendants of Latins, who were _____.
Most likely ancestors of the Romans were the Latins, who were northern barbarians.
When was Rome established?
753 BC
Why do some modern historians believe that the government of King Romulus was advanced for its time?
Romulus established the Senate and gave them the power to elect future kings.
In regards to their contributions to Rome, How does King Numa Pompilius differ from King Tullus Hostilius?
King Numa Pompilius is credited with establishing the traditional Roman guild system.
The Romans gave King Tullus Hostilius credit for building the first Senate House.
In regards to their contributions to Rome, How does King Numa Pompilius differ from King Tullus Hostilius?
King Numa Pompilius is credited with establishing the traditional Roman guild system.
The Romans gave King Tullus Hostilius credit for building the first Senate House.
The event that ultimately ended the reign of Tarquin the Proud was _____.
The Rape of Lucretia
