Transcript History of the Ancient and Medieval World The Rise of Rome

History of the Ancient and
Medieval World
Imperialism: From Republic to
Empire
Walsingham Academy
Mrs. McArthur
Room 107
Key Dates
Conquest of Italian Peninsula
340-338 B.C.E
Romans put down revolt of Latins
Conquest of the Mediterranean
264-146 B.C.E.
3 Wars against Carthage (Punic Wars)
199-146 B.C.E.
Rome conquers Greek city-states
133 B.C.E.
Rome dominates Mediterranean
(Tiberius Gracchus elected Tribune)
Roman Dominions: Late Republic
Click on image
4 Key Principles
• A “Just” war (Gods would not give Rome a victory for
aggression.)
• Generosity toward the conquered
• “Divide and Rule”
• Tenacity: Once embarked on policy, don’t abandon it.
Questions to Consider
• Was Rome drawn into its conflicts or was it
aggressive all the time?
• What connections were there between Roman
social values and military activity?
Carthago delenda est
(“Carthage must be destroyed”)
Cato the Elder, Senator
149 B.C.E.
Assignment 4
due 11/19
• Read pp 134-136 of text. Be sure to read
all sections (biography of Caesar, etc.)
• Taking Notes, pp 132. Complete the
concept map.
• Answer the Recall and Comprehension
sections of Section 2 Assessment, pp 136
In-Class Activity:11/26-27
From Republic to Empire
Reviewing and Summarizing what you’ve learned: lecture and homework
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2 questions: side-bar articles, pp 132-133
Concept Map (Taking Notes) pp 132
Skills Assessment: Geography, pp 134
Recall: #1 and #2
Comprehension: #3, #4, #5
Assignment 5
due 11/27
• Gather your materials (homework, notes,
map) on Rome and review them.
• Work on your 2-minute oral presentation
on your topic of everyday life in this period.
Due Friday, 11/30
•Extra-Credit Project
•Oral Presentation
•Quiz on Rome (based on PowerPoints, lectures, text: pp 126-140)
Note: 3 weeks remain in the semester
Assignment 6
due 11/28
• Read text pp 137, 138, 140
• Answer Section 3 Assessment questions
#1-5, pp 140.
Due Friday, 11/30
– Extra-Credit Project
– Oral Presentation
– Quiz on Rome (based on PowerPoints, lectures, text: pp 126140)
Note: 3 weeks remain in the semester
Vesuvius Erupts!
79 A.D.
Towns disappear!
Vesuvius Erupts!
Primary Source: First Person Account of Disaster.
Click on Video clip entitled: Pompeii
(Need Real Player to access)
Assignment 7
due 11/29
• Read text pp 139
• Follow links on slide Vesuvius Erupts.
Read carefully.
Due Friday, 11/30
– Extra-Credit Project
– Oral Presentation
– Quiz on Rome (based on PowerPoints, lectures, text: pp 126140)
Note: 3 weeks remain in the semester
The Lost City of Vesuvia
Simulation
Objective:
Based on archaeological findings, draw
conclusions about the culture of Vesuvians.
Procedure:
Study handout and using definition of culture
describe life in Vesuvia based on this
evidence.
The Lost City of Vesuvia
Field Notes
Consider the following:
–Impact of Geography
–Social Classes
–Religion
–Economics and technology
–Leisure and cultural pursuits
As a team, write one summary of your
conclusions. Be sure all names are on sheet.
“The road to hell is paved with good Intentions.” (St. Bernard of Clairvaux)
There are several interpretations of this proverb. For us is sufficient:
Merely intending to do good, without actually doing anything, is of no value!