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Roman Influences (pp. 646-650) Demonstrate an Understanding of the Lasting Influences of Rome 1. How did Philip unite the Greeks? A: He conquered the Greek City-States 2. What was the name of the new culture created by Alexander the Great? A: Hellenistic Civilization 3. Why is Alexander so important? A: He spread Greek culture A: Advances made in math, science & medicine by bringing scholars together Cultural Diffusion Definition: An exchange of ideas, values, and products between societies Handout Example How might cultural diffusion happen? A: Through trade, migration, military conquest Cultural Diffusion: Enrichment Questions How has American culture spread to other nations? What might the people of these nations think of the spreading of American culture? Name some modern-day countries that were part of the Roman Empire. 4. How did Rome change in a way that was similar to how Greece changed? A: Both were influenced by Alexander the Great’s empire A: Aristocracy Democracy (At first, only wealthy people (Patricians) had power in govt. Later common men (Plebians) could serve in govt. 5. What is a Republic? A: A government in which citizens vote to elect leaders. 6. How was the Roman Republic similar to and different from U.S. democracy? Similarities / Comparisons: Both Republics Limited democracies (women and slaves had few/no rights) Legislature had two parts (R: Senate & Assembly) (US: Senate & House) Differences / Contrasts: Roman Empire ruled by its military U.S. gave rights to women and slaves later on 7. How were Roman values & military similar to & different from U.S.? Similarities / Comparisons: Duty & Patriotism Large military organized into units Military deployed internationally Differences / Contrasts: U.S. Govt. led by civilians, not military leaders U.S. smaller vs. Rome had large empire 8. Greatest achievement of Roman empire? A: System of laws (12 Tables) had lasting influence 9. What was most important about Roman law? A: Equality under law / procedures for fair trial / Innocent until Proven Guilty Enrichment Question How was Roman Republic and Law similar to U.S.? Most important idea in U.S. law? 10. Two examples of Romans including new groups in empire? A: Citizenship offered to conquered ppl A: Network of Roads spread trade & culture 11. How did Christianity benefit & suffer? A: Emp. Constantine converted to C. A: Theodosius I spread Christianity (official religion) A: Catholic church flourished Suffered: Christians were attacked early on 12. Biggest reason for decline of Empire? A: Civil War & power struggles A: war hurt trade A: Outside Invaders A: Divided into 2 halves Enrichment Q: Is the U.S. in decline? Serious concerns? Roman Government Lesson Silent Sustained Reading and Writing Essential Skill: Explicitly assess Roman law and government, and draw conclusions about influences on U.S. law and government CHALLENGE: If you finish early, read the primary source (Twelve Tables) and write about 4 more similarities and contrasts between Roman and U.S. law (Refer to quotes from the Twelve Tables.)