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The Rise of Ancient Rome
Section 2: The Roman Empire
Ruling an Empire
Augustus began an even greater expansion of the Roman Empire. Added territories were divided
into provinces, which were governed by a Roman, but which were allowed to maintain their ways
of life. Beginning in A.D. 96, Rome was ruled by the five “good emperors.” Perhaps the greatest of
them was Hadrian, who issued a uniform code of laws.
The Greek Influence on Rome
The Romans admired Greek culture. They had counterparts for many of the Greek gods and
goddesses and adopted some Greek heroes. Romans used Greek discoveries in math and
science.
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The Rise of Ancient Rome
Section 2: The Roman Empire
Architecture and Technology
The Romans built upon the architectural advances of the Greeks, and added the use of arches to
create open spaces in buildings. They used concrete to make taller buildings, such as the
Colosseum. Roman roads allowed the army to travel throughout the empire, while aqueducts
brought water from distant places.
The Laws of Rome
Romans created a system of law that was passed on to other cultures, including our own.
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