Download Ancient Rome Webquest

Ancient Rome Webquest
Directions: Complete the following webquest on Ancient Rome, answering the questions below. You may
access the links on Moodle. These are some great links, but you do not have to use these to complete the
Webquest.
http://chalk.richmond.edu/education//projects/webunits/greecerome/Romegovt1.html
http://chalk.richmond.edu/education/projects/webquests/rome/
http://www.mrdowling.com/702-legacy.html
http://carlos.emory.edu/ODYSSEY/ROME/homepg.html
http://www.ucalgary.ca/applied_history/tutor/firsteuro/roman.html
http://www.bbc.co.uk/history/ancient/romans/
1. How was Rome ruled in the first and second centuries BC? What were the various branches of
government? Which one was the most powerful part of the legislative branch?
2. How were senators elected? Who could and could not vote in these elections?
3. How was the Roman government similar to the United States government?
4. When Rome became an empire, who was the leader? Were there still senators? Explain.
5. Describe Julius Caesar's reign over Rome.
6. Describe Augustus' reign as Emperor of Rome.
7. How did Rome's influence change through the reigns of Caesar and Augustus?
8. Describe the distinctions between the classes in ancient Rome.
9. List the rights of a citizen. How were these rights different than non-citizens? Explain.
10. What was the role of a slave in ancient Rome? What rights did they have?
11. Explain the role of women in ancient Rome.
12. Explain the role of men in ancient Rome.
13. How were Roman children educated?
14. What was the most interesting thing you learned while researching Ancient Rome?