1. Ancient Rome Journey Across Time Ch8: The Rise of Rome Ch9: Roman Civilization

3. Enduring Understanding: The events that occurred during ancient Roman times and the legacies left behind have influenced many western beliefs. These include government, law, science, architecture, language, and the arts.

4. Essential Questions: 1. What were the strengths/weaknesses of the Roman Republic? 2. What were the strengths/weaknesses of the Roman Empire? 3. Who are the people that influenced major events in ancient Rome? 3. What advancements made during this time have influenced our lives today?

5. Places, People, &Vocabulary: I. Apennines/Tiber River II. Mediterranean Sea III. Rome IV. Republic/empire V. Plebeians/patricians VI. Carthage/Hannibal VII. Consul/dictator

6. Places, People, &Vocabulary: VIII. Punic Wars IX. Aqueduct X. Gladiators XI. Inflation/barter XII. Twelve Tables XIII. Constantinople XIV. Julius Caesar XV. Augustus/Octavian

7. What do you want to know? Think about it, use your book if you’d like, and write down one question at the bottom of your notes. Turn to the person next to you and share!

8. Lets get started ! Turn to page 262 Get a note page ready and title it: Ch8 S1: Rome’s Beginnings