Roman Republic Checkpoint 3 - Zachary Marzilli | Laabri

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Based on the geography of the Italian peninsula, which statement best describes why Rome was able to be a united republic instead of developing into independent city-states like the Greeks?

The Appenines mountains that covered the peninsula were very rugged which made travel easier between the cities unlike Greece where the mountains were not as rugged and difficult to travel.

The Romans had the Alps mountains that made travel between Europe and Italy much easier which resulted in a great Roman republic.

The Appenines mountains that covered the peninsula were not as rugged which made travel easier between the cities unlike Greece where the mountains were very rocky and difficult to travel.

The statement is not true and Rome did develop into city-states like the Greeks because in both cases, their geographic challenges made travel too difficult to unite.

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The city of Rome had many early influences which included the Etruscans, Latins and the Greeks. Which of these civilizations influenced the Roman language?

Etruscans

Latins

Greeks

All of the above

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After overthrowing the Etruscan king Tarquin, the Romans developed a form of government called a "republic". Which statement best defines a "republic"?

A republic is a form of government where a small group of wealthy men rule

A republic is a form of government where the citizens vote on all issues and laws

A republic is a form of government where citizens vote on their leaders

A republic is a form of government where one person seizes power, usually by force

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Which of the following statements best summarizes Hannibal's plan to attack Rome in the second Punic Wars?

After raising his army in Sicily, he marched troops into Italy from the south and attacked the Greek settlements causing Rome to defend them resulting in the battle of Cannae.

After raising his army in Carthage and rebuilding his naval forces, Hannibal was able to sail across the Mediterranean sea and up the Tiber River to directly invade the city of Rome.

After raising his army in Spain, he marched through the Alps mountains into Italy and attacked the surrounding countryside around Rome since he lacked the heavy equipment to directly attack the city of Rome.

After raising his army in Greece, he was able to march through the Alps mountains into Italy and due to this unexpected move was able to successfully attack and conquer the city of Rome.

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The Roman Republic experienced many issues that would eventually help lead to its collapse. In the Republic, wealthy Romans would buy up land to create "latifundias". What is a latifundia?

Large farming estate that relied on slaves gained from the many Roman wars

Large tax collection buildings that relied on slaves gained from the many Roman wars

Large farming estate that was split into smaller farms to raise the employment of middle class citizens in Rome

None of the above

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Select the factors below that would work together to weaken the Republic. Three answers!

Rome relied heavily on slave labor causing unemployment of Roman citizens.

Rome was severely weakened by the Punic Wars and as a result was unable to protect itself from future invasions.

The Roman Senate was so corrupt that it overthrew the consuls and declared themselves dictators of Rome.

Roman soldiers began to only fight for their general and not for Rome since the general was able to give them land for service.

Tax farmers were able to tax the rich out of power in Rome causing a rise in unexperienced citizens getting into positions of power.

Wealthy landowners were buying out small farms to create "Latifundias"

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Which statement best describes the life of Julius Caesar?

Julius Caesar was a famous military general that saved Rome from Hannibal and defeated Carthage in the Punic Wars

Julius Caesar was a famous governor of Rome that became dictator of Egypt with Cleopatra

Julius Caesar was a famous senator in Rome that saved the Republic from Brutus that made himself dictator for life

Julius Caesar was a military general in Rome that made himself dictator for life resulting in the end of the Roman Republic

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Julius Caesar became part of the first triumvirate with Crassus and Pompey. What is the "first triumvirate"?

Political alliance of three people

Military alliance of three people

A land agreement between them and the people of Rome

A total war that broke out between their armies

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Julius Caesar crossed the Rubicon river with his army when the Senate demanded he return to Rome alone to face trial. This vital decision created the phrase "crossing the rubicon" which today means?

A decision that you can take back if you realize it was not a good one

A decision you cannot take back

A decision you make when you want to cross a river

A decision you make when you want to take a risk on something

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After Julius Caesar was assassinated, his legacy lived on for thousands of years. Which of the following accomplishments is a lasting legacy of Julius Caesar?

Lowering taxes in Rome

Conquering Gaul

12-month calendar

Gave people land by creating colonies