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December 9, 2014
 I will be able to explain what
happened when the Etruscans &
Greeks came in contact with the
Latins of Italy.
 I can describe the difference
between a Republic and a
Democracy?
Homework:
Our Activity
For Sections 3 to 8 describe the Etruscan and Greek
influences on Rome, which you must understand
before beginning the activity.
 Pick out of the bin the section that you will learn
about first.
 For each section, begin by reading that section of
the Student Text.
 In the box for that section, summarize the Etruscan
or Greek influence on Rome.
 Repeat….
Section 3
The Romans used Etruscan arches to
build bridges, stadiums, and aqueducts.
They adopted the cuniculus from the
Etruscans and used it to irrigate land,
drain swamps, and carry water to their
cities.
The Keystone State
Section 4
Romans enjoyed watching the
dangerous Etruscan sport of chariot
racing. Slave fighting was also adapted
from the Etruscans. Some Roman slaves
that fought against each other or
animals were called gladiators.
Section 5
The Romans used Greek columns and
designs to add to the beauty of their
buildings. They constructed buildings
that resembled Greek temples and used
concrete to create even large structures,
such as the Pantheon.
Section 6
The Romans used a modified Etruscan
alphabet, which was an adaptation of the
Greek alphabet. Like the Greeks, they
write in all-capital letters and carved
important documents into walls and
columns for all to see. Greek poetry also
inspired Roman writers.
Section 7
Romans copied the Greek technique for
making pottery. Wealthy Romans
collected Greek art and built
monuments in the Greek style. Roman
sculptors and painters used Greek art as
a model, but their figures were more
realistic.
Section 8
Roman religion was highly influenced by
Greek religion. The Romans made
Greek gods as their own, but gave them
Roman names. The Romans were more
concerned with following the correct
rituals than with stories about their
gods.
Shoes
Caligae
Putting your
knowledge to
use
 This is an artist
painting of a typical
street in Rome.
 From what you
learned yesterday
what can be seen and
inferred.
Putting your knowledge to use…
Influences that might be seen:
– Etruscan engineering (arches), Etruscan
sporting events (chariot), Greek architecture
(monumental public buildings), Greek art
(sculptures on fountain), and Greek writing
(on wall)
Influences that might be inferred:
– Etruscan engineering (water from cuniculi
being drawn from a fountain)
Using your knowledge, again…
Putting your knowledge to use…
 Influences that might be seen:
– Etruscan engineering (arches), Etruscan sporting events
(chariot race), Greek architecture (stadium), Greek art
(sculptures and monuments), Greek religion (statues of
gods and goddesses)
 Influences that might be inferred:
– Etruscan engineering (water for the horses and spectators),
Greek writing (accounts of payment and posted scores of
the races)
The Roman Republic
The Growth and Expansion
Key Topic: The Roman
Republic
Main Idea # 1 : How the original Republic
was formed
Main Idea # 2 : Rome’s republic was
shaped by a struggle between wealthy
nobles and regular citizens.
Main Idea # 3 : How the Roman Republic
works
Main Idea # 1
How the original Republic was formed
Main Idea # 1
1. Who ruled Rome before the Romans?
 The Etruscans (Tarquins) .
2. What type of rulers were the Etruscans?
 CRUEL
3. Romans rebel in 509 B.C.E.
4. Create a Republic
5. Republic = form of government where
citizens have the power and pick their
leaders.
Okay so now I’m confused…..
 What is the difference between a Republic and a
Democracy?
Okay so now I’m confused…..
What is the difference between a Republic
and a Democracy?
A Democracy is where all the people have a
say and have no one to report to. Each
person votes on each law.
A Republic is a democracy, but each person
is responsible to someone else since they are
picked by the people to represent them.
Main Idea # 1
Make a timeline with these events
 509 B.C.E. Rome = small city.
 Slowly expands.
 338 B.C.E. defeat the other Latins
 284 B.C.E. defeat Etruscans
 267 B.C.E. defeat the Greeks
 The Republic is growing!
Main Idea # 1
1. How did the Romans take over Italy?
 By force
2. How did they keep those people they
conquered under their control
 Made them citizens able to take part in
the government OR
 Made them allies with their own
government, but they had to pay taxes
and supply an army to Rome
December 10, 2014
 I can compare and contrast Plebeians
and Patricians.
 I can describe the difference
between a Republic and a
Democracy?
Homework:
Key Topic: The Roman
Republic
Main Idea # 1 : How the original Republic
was formed
Main Idea # 2 : Rome’s republic was
shaped by a struggle between wealthy
nobles and regular citizens.
Main Idea # 3 : How the Roman Republic
works
Main Idea # 2
Rome’s republic was shaped by a struggle
between wealthy nobles and regular
citizens.
Patricians
Plebeians
Main Idea # 2
Patricians
Plebeians
Slaves
Main Idea # 2
 Patricians
 Plebeians
1. Wealthy land
owners
2. Nobles that made
up the ruling class
3. Citizens (male)–
1. Majority of the
population
2. Artisans,
shopkeepers, small
farm owners
3. Citizens (male)–
could vote, pay
taxes, serve in army
4. Could not marry a
Patrician
5. Could not serve in
could vote, had to
pay taxes and serve
in the army
4. Could not marry a
Plebian
5. Could serve in
government
government
Main Idea # 3
How the Roman
Republic works
Main Idea # 3
Consuls
Senate
Praetors
Tribunes
Main Idea # 3
Consuls
1. Top government official
(Like our President)
2. Two chosen every year
3. Headed the army and ran the government
4. Served short term….avoided risk of
abusing power
5. Veto
 The right of the consul to reject the
other’s decision. Latin for “I forbid”
Main Idea # 3
Senate
1. 300 men
2. Chosen for life
3. Advise Consul
4. Deal with other countries
5. Proposes laws
6. Approve public works
7. Deal with daily government problems
(Congress)
Main Idea # 3
Praetors
1. Government officials
2. Interpreted law and judged court cases
(Supreme Court & IRS)
3. Kept tax records
4. Handled public finances
5. Supervised public festivals
Main Idea # 3
Tribunes
1. Elected by all citizens (Plebeians have a
large majority so they really elect the
official)
2. Bring Plebeian concerns to the
government (Lobbiest)
3. Right to veto actions taken by the
government
First steps towards democracy in Rome!
December 11, 2014
I understand and can operate
a Roman Republic and fix the
problems the Romans couldn’t.
Homework:
– List 5 different ways to be a
good citizen. Example: Voting!
Warm Up: (in your passport)
The plebeians/patricians (pick one) control
the majority of the government (who
controlled the pop quiz yesterday).
The commoners are the plebeian/patrician
(pick one), they are not allowed to take
part in the ______________________.
What is the difference between a republic
and democracy?
Main Idea # 3
Keeping it Fair!
 How do you know what a law says?
How do you know how someone should
be punished if they do something wrong?
Draco of Greece was the first person to
do this!
Write the laws down so the patricians
couldn’t be unfair to the plebeians!!!!
Main Idea # 3
Keeping it Fair!
451 BCE The Twelve Tablets were made on
bronze tablets
 Where would you put them in Rome so
everyone (both rich and poor) could see
them?
The forum (marketplace)
Main Idea # 3
Keeping it Fair!
 Finish these sentences….
 Innocent
until______________________.
 You have the right to _____________ in
court.
1. Laws of Nations – laws to settle disputes
between all people
 Do we still use this today???
Main Idea # 3
Keeping it Fair!
 Is it fair to punish one person for stealing
but not another person? Why or why not?
1. Rule of Law – the idea that all laws
should apply to every person equally and
all people should be treated the same by
the legal system
2. We base all our laws today off of this
idea made by the Romans!