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1 The Roman Empire Economy Agriculture Vast Trading Network Common Coinage Government Headed by an Emperor Civil Service carried out day to day functions Values Discipline Strength Loyalty Practical Useful

2 Julius Caesar Civil War Emerged during civil war as great leader Civil war erupted when he defied the senate Civil war occurred when he was assassinated Triumvirate Joined forces with Crassus and Pompey Formed a TRIumvirate Gaul Conquered Gaul made him popular with the Romans Absolute Rule Appointed dictator in 44BC Marcus Brutus and Gaius Cassius Leaders of the Senate who assassinated Caesar

3 Augustus and the Pax Romana Augustus was Rome’s ablest emperor; he ushered in a period of peace and prosperity called the Pax Romana, which lasted for about 200 years

4 The Roman Empire Social Structure Slaves were numerous and important Large differences in wealth separated the classes Religion Honored gods and goddesses through rituals Emperor worship was part of official religion Entertainment Rich gave lavish banquets Masses attended free games races and gladiator contests

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