Essay Roman Republic

1. Essay Roman Republic • Compare and Contrast the Roman Republic with the Government of the United States. Use at least 3 examples of how the United States is similar to the Roman Republic and 3 examples of how they are different from one another.

2. Roman Expansion

3. Anticipation Guide • Read the following sentences before reading. If you think the sentence is true, write the word “True” if you think its false write the word “false” on the line. We will revisit the sentences when you are finished reading. Before After • __________1. The Romans were afraid that the Etruscans would try to regain control of Rome. • __________2. Roman soldiers were called Legionaries • __________3. The Romans were able to gain control of Rome because they had a strong Navy. • __________4. The Romans were harsh rulers, who ruled their empire with an iron fist. • __________5. Conquered people had to serve in the Roman Military • __________6. Romans enemies became loyal allies.

4. Roman Expansion • What did the Romans fear most? Why did they protect their Empire? • The Romans worked to protect their republic because they were afraid that the Etruscans would try to get back control of Rome.

5. Roman Expansion • What did Romans control by 146 B.C.E? • By 146 B.C.E, Rome ruled most of the Mediterranean world. • To protect their new boundaries, the Romans either conquered their neighbors or made alliances with them.

6. Roman Expansion • What was the Roman army organized into? • The Romans gained territory because their strong army was organized into legions. • Each legion contained some 5,000 soldiers called legionaries and was divided into groups of 60 to 120 soldiers.

7. Roman Expansion • The Romans were mild rulers, and as a result many enemies of Rome became loyal Roman allies.

8. Guided Reading Questions • Tell about the jobs of the consuls and the Senate. • What were the Twelve Tables? • How did Rome get to be the leading power in central Italy?