1. The Roman Republic: Learning Goals Describe how geography influenced Rome’s development Explain the main institutions of the Roman republic Describe how the Punic Wars helped increase Roman power

2. 6.1 - The Roman Republic A.P. World History A Mr. Schabo Crestwood High School http://blog.ratestogo.com/eight-must-see-landmarks-in-rome/

3. Origins of Rome Rome built on seven rolling hills in the middle of the Apennine peninsula (da boot) Founded by http://www.wordtravels.com/Travelguide/Countries/Italy/Map

4. The First Romans 1000-500 B.C.: Three groups inhabit the region: Latins built the original settlement of Rome atop a hill called Paletine…these guys are considered the first Romans http://www.cheap-hotel-rome.com/Palatine-Hill-Rome.asp

5. The First Romans - Continued Greeks controlled southern Italy & Sicily. Etruscans controlled the north. They were metalworkers and engineers, and gave Rome http://www.worldcoincatalog.com/AC/C2/Greece/AG/AncientGreece.htm http://www.fortunecity.com/tatooine/acegarp/898/10000bc601.htm

6. The Roman Republic Is Born! In 509 B.C., a tyrannical king was driven from power in Rome. The Romans decide that they will never again live under a king. Romans formed a republic - Two groups vied for power: patricians, wealthy landowners, and plebians, the farmers, artisans, and merchants

7. The Republic, Continued Patricians allowed plebians to form their own assembly and elect representatives called tribunes. These tribunes looked after the rights of the plebians. Plebians pushed for The laws were written on twelve tablets (tables) and hung in the Roman Forum for all to see. They symbolized http://www.visitingdc.com/rome/roman-forum-picture.asp

8. The Republic - Continued The Roman Republic combined the features of a monarchy with the features of an aristocracy and a democracy…they called it a balanced government. Consuls were responsible for running the government and commanding the army. Limited to a one year term. Dictators were chosen to run things in times of emergency, limited to a six month term. http://jaynesquiltingroom.blogspot.com/

9. The Senate Aristocratic branch of Rome’s government. Later, plebians were allowed in the senate. Assemblies represented all who were not patricians and helped make laws. http://www.crystalinks.com/romesenate.html

10. The Military Great value was placed on the military. Landowners were forced to serve in the army, and certain public officials Organized into legions – groups of 5000 soldiers, with cavalry supporting each legion!

11. Roman Dominance In The Region Rome eventually drove out the Greeks and conquered the Etruscans, dominating the Italian peninsula. Rome quickly became a trading state, roaming the Mediterranean for raw materials and manufactured goods like wine and olive oil. Carthage, http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:CarthageMap.png

12. The Punic Wars Rome battled Carthage in a long series of wars known as the Punic Wars. (264-146 B.C) Lead by Hannibal, With the help of its allies, Rome defeated the Carthaginian army, giving it complete control over the Western Mediterranean Sea.