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Question 1

Tiber River

Answer 1

15 miles. Merchants could also ship their goods out to the Mediterranean Sea using the river.

Question 2

Latins

Answer 2

This settlement, which occurred between 800 b.c. and 700 b.c., marks the birth of Rome.

Question 3

Greeks

Answer 3

The Greeks ,would greatly influence Roman civilization

Question 4

Etruscans

Answer 4

.The Etruscans had an even greater influence on Roman civilization. After 650 b.c., the Etruscans eventually took control of Rome and its surrounding area. They were very advanced.

Question 5

republic

Answer 5

A republic is a form of government in which citizens elect their leaders.

Question 6

Legion

Answer 6

Each legion had about 6,000 men. (they organized soldiers into smaller groups.)

Question 7

Roman Confederation

Answer 7

This system gave some conquered peoples, especially other Latins, full Roman citizenship. (They were treated the same as other citizens)

Question 8

Allies

Answer 8

Friends of Rome. As allies, they paid Roman taxes. In addition, they were required to supply soldiers to fight for Rome. Allies, however, were free to manage their own local affairs.

Question 9

consuls

Answer 9

consuls headed the government. The consuls were administrators and army leaders. Each consul served one year in office.

Question 10

¨Veto!¨

Answer 10

reject, the other’s decision.

Question 11

praetors

Answer 11

They interpreted the law and served as judges in court. They could also lead armies.

Question 12

Patricians

Answer 12

Wealthy landowners (rich)

Question 13

Plebeians

Answer 13

Poor farmers, tradesmen, craftsmen.