Ancient Rome (TCI)

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Who first lived in the area that would become Rome? Options: Latins, Greeks, Etruscans, Macedonians

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Etruscans

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What tourist sights in Rome show Etruscan influence? Options: buildings with arches, fields of bright flowers, large public courtyards, windmills to water crops

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buildings with arches

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Why do historians use the term "Greco-Roman" art?

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Roman art shows a strong influence from Greece

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Who first ruled early Rome?

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Etruscan Kings

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Why were plebeians unhappy when the Roman Republic was first set up?

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They had no say in making the laws

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The power of tribunes increased when they gained the right to

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veto actions by the Senate

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Which of the following did Rome do during the first period of expansion, before 264 BCE?
Options: surrender to Etruscans, Conquer most of Europe, Expand into North Africa, Take over the Italian Peninsula

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Take over the Italian Peninsula

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How did Rome's expansion affect the Plebeians?

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More plebeians had to serve in the military.

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What was a common way to become a Roman Slave? Options: Having skill at a craft, Doing poorly in school, Being captured in War, Losing a political election

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Being captured in War

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What is one example of the rule of law in the Roman Empire?

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Any Roman could accuse someone of a crime