Introduction to Rome
Between the 700s BC and the AD 100s, Rome grew from a tiny village to a huge city. As the city grew, so did its population, until Rome became home to more than a million people. Millions more lived in territories that the Romans controlled. Together, these territories surrounded the Mediterranean Sea, forming one of the largest empires the world had ever seen.
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Roman Geography & Vocab
The Beginning of Rome
Romulus and Remus are the mythological twin brothers who were raised by as she-wolf and are believed to be the founders of Rome in 753 B.C.
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The Roman Military
The spread of Roman rule was partly due to the fact that the Roman army was so well organized. The Roman army was the most disciplined and efficient killing machine that the ancient world had ever known. Its men were well-equipped and highly trained, and operated in strict formation on the battlefield.
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The Roman Republic
As Rome gained more territory, its government changed. Originally ruled by kings, Rome turned into a republic run by elected leaders. For hundreds of years these leaders helped Rome become larger, richer, and more powerful.
Rome's laws were written down and kept on public display, known as the 12 tables. These written laws were supposed to help protect Romans from unfair treatment. Because everyone knew the laws, officials had to treat everyone the same. Rome's laws protected the rights of the city's citizens, the people who could participate in government. Only citizens could hold public office or vote. In addition to the rights to vote and hold office, however, all citizens had duties to perform. For example, citizens had to pay taxes, and male citizens had to serve in the army when needed.
Most Romans were very proud of their citizenship. They thought it was an honor to be a citizen of Rome. Roman citizenship was valued so much that many people the Romans conquered also wanted to become citizens.
Rome's laws were written down and kept on public display, known as the 12 tables. These written laws were supposed to help protect Romans from unfair treatment. Because everyone knew the laws, officials had to treat everyone the same. Rome's laws protected the rights of the city's citizens, the people who could participate in government. Only citizens could hold public office or vote. In addition to the rights to vote and hold office, however, all citizens had duties to perform. For example, citizens had to pay taxes, and male citizens had to serve in the army when needed.
Most Romans were very proud of their citizenship. They thought it was an honor to be a citizen of Rome. Roman citizenship was valued so much that many people the Romans conquered also wanted to become citizens.
The Punic Wars
The three Punic Wars between Carthage and Rome took place over nearly a century, beginning in 264 B.C. and ending with the destruction of Carthage in 146 B.C. By the time the First Punic War broke out, Rome had become the dominant power throughout the Italian peninsula, while Carthage–a powerful city-state in northern Africa–had established itself as the leading naval power in the world.
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Julius Caesar & Fall of the Roman Republic
The statesman and general Julius Caesar (100-44 B.C.) expanded the Roman Republic through a series of battles across Europe before declaring himself dictator for life. He died famously on the steps of the Senate at the hands of political rivals. Julius Caesar is often remembered as one of the greatest military minds in history and credited with laying the foundation for the Roman Empire.
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Day 1: Introduction
Learning Target: I will be able to explain the physical geography of the Italian Peninsula and locate Rome on a map.
If absent, please do the following:
1. Pretest (complete at home and bring back when you return)
2. Homework: Rome Map -and- Finish Vocabulary Grid (use textbook for both, use other internet sources if needed)
Note: Both the map and the entire vocabulary grid are due in two Social Studies days (not next class, but the one after)
If absent, please do the following:
1. Pretest (complete at home and bring back when you return)
2. Homework: Rome Map -and- Finish Vocabulary Grid (use textbook for both, use other internet sources if needed)
Note: Both the map and the entire vocabulary grid are due in two Social Studies days (not next class, but the one after)
Day 2: Romulus and Remus
Learning Target: I will be able to retell the myth of Rome's beginning.
If absent, please do the following:
1. Read the article "Birth of a Giant"
2. Read your Social Studies Textbook, p. 276-279 and do the Lesson 1 Wkst.
3. Rome's Geography Powerpoint and Wkst.
4. Homework: Finish Map & Vocab Grid by next class (See Day 1 if you "misplaced" them or left them at school. You can staple to any completed parts left at school without re-doing what is done.) Study all Rome materials for a quiz next class.
If absent, please do the following:
1. Read the article "Birth of a Giant"
2. Read your Social Studies Textbook, p. 276-279 and do the Lesson 1 Wkst.
3. Rome's Geography Powerpoint and Wkst.
4. Homework: Finish Map & Vocab Grid by next class (See Day 1 if you "misplaced" them or left them at school. You can staple to any completed parts left at school without re-doing what is done.) Study all Rome materials for a quiz next class.
Day 3: Early Settlers & Roman Monarchy
Learning Target: I will be able to explain who the early Roman settlers were, and how they were governed.
If absent, please do the following:
1. Beginnings of Rome Powerpoint and Wkst.
2. Homework: (Make sure your Map & Vocab Grid are done.) Study all Rome materials for a quiz next class.
If absent, please do the following:
1. Beginnings of Rome Powerpoint and Wkst.
2. Homework: (Make sure your Map & Vocab Grid are done.) Study all Rome materials for a quiz next class.
Day 4: Democracy Comes to Rome
Learning Target: I will be able to list and explain different types of government that exist in the world.
If absent, please do the following:
1. (Study your materials and textbook p. 276-279 for the quiz you are missing today and will take when you return)
2. View the Brainpop video called "Democracy" and do the Wkst. (username: wborenic / password: 1234)
3. Read the "Myth of America" assignment and begin working on it
4. Homework: "Myth of America" assignment (both parts) due in two Social Studies days...not next class, but the one after
If absent, please do the following:
1. (Study your materials and textbook p. 276-279 for the quiz you are missing today and will take when you return)
2. View the Brainpop video called "Democracy" and do the Wkst. (username: wborenic / password: 1234)
3. Read the "Myth of America" assignment and begin working on it
4. Homework: "Myth of America" assignment (both parts) due in two Social Studies days...not next class, but the one after
Day 5: The Roman Republic
Learning Target: I will be able to explain the Roman Republic, and compare it to America today.
If absent, please do the following:
1. View the Brainpop video called "Roman Republic" and complete the Wkst. materials (username: wborenic / pass: 1234)
2. Read "The Republic of Rome, Part 1: 509-218 BC" and complete the "Challenges" Wkst.
3. Print a blank copy of the "Structure of Government" table and fill it in using the "Structure of the Republic" Powerpoint
4. Homework: "Myth of America" assignment due next class (both parts...can be found on Day 4 above)
If absent, please do the following:
1. View the Brainpop video called "Roman Republic" and complete the Wkst. materials (username: wborenic / pass: 1234)
2. Read "The Republic of Rome, Part 1: 509-218 BC" and complete the "Challenges" Wkst.
3. Print a blank copy of the "Structure of Government" table and fill it in using the "Structure of the Republic" Powerpoint
4. Homework: "Myth of America" assignment due next class (both parts...can be found on Day 4 above)
Day 6: Patricians & Plebeians
Learning Target: I will be able to define "patrician" and "plebeian," and to explain the Struggle of the Orders.
If absent, please do the following:
1. Read "Patricians and Plebeians" (WS 25) and do the questions at the bottom.
2. View the "Patricians and Plebeians" Powerpoint and complete the wkst.
3. From the 12 Tables Wkst.: Choose whether each of the 12 Tables "is" fair or "is not" fair. Print, complete, and turn in.
4. Flip a coin to choose whether you are going to be a patrician or plebeian. Heads=Pat, Tails=Pleb
5. Read the Info Page meant for you. You will use it to help form your debate.
6. Homework: Fill out the "Debate Requirements" Wkst. We will have a debate next class. If this wkst. is not complete, you will have to complete it instead of debating.
If absent, please do the following:
1. Read "Patricians and Plebeians" (WS 25) and do the questions at the bottom.
2. View the "Patricians and Plebeians" Powerpoint and complete the wkst.
3. From the 12 Tables Wkst.: Choose whether each of the 12 Tables "is" fair or "is not" fair. Print, complete, and turn in.
4. Flip a coin to choose whether you are going to be a patrician or plebeian. Heads=Pat, Tails=Pleb
5. Read the Info Page meant for you. You will use it to help form your debate.
6. Homework: Fill out the "Debate Requirements" Wkst. We will have a debate next class. If this wkst. is not complete, you will have to complete it instead of debating.
Day 7: Struggle of the Orders
Learning Target: I will be able to evaluate the opposing sides of the Struggle of the Orders, and to develop my own opinion on the topic.
If absent, please do the following:
1. Make sure your "Debate Requirements" Wkst. from yesterday (See Day 6 for a new copy) is complete
2. Homework: Complete the "Struggle of the Orders" 3-paragraph paper. You can use the Plebeian Info Page and the Patrician Info Page found above on Day 6 to help you.
If absent, please do the following:
1. Make sure your "Debate Requirements" Wkst. from yesterday (See Day 6 for a new copy) is complete
2. Homework: Complete the "Struggle of the Orders" 3-paragraph paper. You can use the Plebeian Info Page and the Patrician Info Page found above on Day 6 to help you.
Day 8: The Roman Army
Learning Target: I will be able to locate Carthage, explain why Carthage and Rome don't get along, and explain the Punic Wars.
If absent, please do the following:
1. Complete "Roman Republic/Checks and Balances" Wkst. 20-21
2. Read "Wars with Carthage" in the textbook on p. 285 (no questions, no wkst.)
3. Read the short story, "The Footsoldier." (no questions, no wkst.)...The scanner cut off one sentence. It's not a big deal.
4. View "The Roman Army" PPT and complete the Wkst.
5. Complete the Wkst. "Roman Legions (1)
6. Homework: Study for quiz next class: Roman Republic, Pats and Plebs, Struggle of the Orders, Punic Wars
If absent, please do the following:
1. Complete "Roman Republic/Checks and Balances" Wkst. 20-21
2. Read "Wars with Carthage" in the textbook on p. 285 (no questions, no wkst.)
3. Read the short story, "The Footsoldier." (no questions, no wkst.)...The scanner cut off one sentence. It's not a big deal.
4. View "The Roman Army" PPT and complete the Wkst.
5. Complete the Wkst. "Roman Legions (1)
6. Homework: Study for quiz next class: Roman Republic, Pats and Plebs, Struggle of the Orders, Punic Wars
Day 9: Julius Caesar; Life in Rome
Learning Target: I will be able to explain who Julius Caesar was, and why he is important.
If absent, please do the following:
1. (Study for the quiz you are missing today, and will make up when you return. See Day 8 Homework above for details.)
2. Watch Julius Caesar videos below. If allowed, search internet to learn more about Julius Caesar. (Nothing to write.)
3. If you have any late work that you owe for this unit, please finish it today and hand it in when you return.
4. Homework: Start working on the Roman Republic Study Guide. It is NOT due tomorrow, and you haven't learned it all yet anyway.
If absent, please do the following:
1. (Study for the quiz you are missing today, and will make up when you return. See Day 8 Homework above for details.)
2. Watch Julius Caesar videos below. If allowed, search internet to learn more about Julius Caesar. (Nothing to write.)
3. If you have any late work that you owe for this unit, please finish it today and hand it in when you return.
4. Homework: Start working on the Roman Republic Study Guide. It is NOT due tomorrow, and you haven't learned it all yet anyway.
Day 10: The End of Julius & the Republic
Learning Target: I will be able to explain what happened to Julius Caesar and the Roman Republic.
If absent, please do the following:
1. Read The Fall of the Republic and complete the questions
2. Finish any late work for the unit that you owe.
3. Homework: Julius Caesar's Epitaph is due next class. Keep working on Roman Republic Study Guide (see Day 9 to print)
If absent, please do the following:
1. Read The Fall of the Republic and complete the questions
2. Finish any late work for the unit that you owe.
3. Homework: Julius Caesar's Epitaph is due next class. Keep working on Roman Republic Study Guide (see Day 9 to print)
Day 11: It's Definitely Over...A Fallen Republic
Learning Target: I will be able to explain what happened to Julius Caesar and the Roman Republic.
If absent, please do the following:
1. Read "End of Republic and Julius Caesar (quiz 3)." This is actually a review for the quiz, which will be tomorrow.
2. View the Brainpop video called "Rise of the Roman Empire" and complete the Wkst.
3. Finish any late work for the unit that you owe.
4. Homework: Roman Republic Study Guide due TOMORROW (See Day 9 to print a new one if needed). Study for Quiz 3 tomorrow...Roman Army, Caesar, Fall of the Republic. NOTE: TEST WILL BE IN TWO SOCIAL STUDIES DAYS.
If absent, please do the following:
1. Read "End of Republic and Julius Caesar (quiz 3)." This is actually a review for the quiz, which will be tomorrow.
2. View the Brainpop video called "Rise of the Roman Empire" and complete the Wkst.
3. Finish any late work for the unit that you owe.
4. Homework: Roman Republic Study Guide due TOMORROW (See Day 9 to print a new one if needed). Study for Quiz 3 tomorrow...Roman Army, Caesar, Fall of the Republic. NOTE: TEST WILL BE IN TWO SOCIAL STUDIES DAYS.
Day 12: Review and Recap
Learning Target: I will be able to explain intelligibly about early Rome, the Roman Republic, and Julius Caesar.
If absent, please do the following:
1. Finish any late work for the unit that you owe.
2. (Study for the quiz that you are missing today, and will make up when you return. For details, see Day 11 above.)
3. Homework: STUDY YOUR STUDY GUIDE FOR THE TEST, which is scheduled for next class. Since you are absent, we can negotiate another day for you to retake it...but it will be soon, so study anyway!
If absent, please do the following:
1. Finish any late work for the unit that you owe.
2. (Study for the quiz that you are missing today, and will make up when you return. For details, see Day 11 above.)
3. Homework: STUDY YOUR STUDY GUIDE FOR THE TEST, which is scheduled for next class. Since you are absent, we can negotiate another day for you to retake it...but it will be soon, so study anyway!
Day 13: Test Day!!
Learning Target: I will CONQUER the test like the Roman Army conquered the Mediterranean region.
If absent, please do the following:
1. STUDY YOUR STUDY GUIDE FOR THE TEST. See Day 9 above to print an extra copy. Since you are absent, we can negotiate another day for you to retake it...but it will be soon, so study anyway!
2. Homework: None
If absent, please do the following:
1. STUDY YOUR STUDY GUIDE FOR THE TEST. See Day 9 above to print an extra copy. Since you are absent, we can negotiate another day for you to retake it...but it will be soon, so study anyway!
2. Homework: None