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Do Now…. Write the terms and definitions pages 320-327. Standard. 6.64 Describe the influence of Julius Caesar and Augustus in Rome’s transition from a republic to an empire and explain the reasons for the growth and long life of the Roman Empire.
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Do Now… Write the terms and definitions pages 320-327.
Standard 6.64 Describe the influence of Julius Caesar and Augustus in Rome’s transition from a republic to an empire and explain the reasons for the growth and long life of the Roman Empire. · Military organization, tactics, and conquests and decentralized administration · the purpose and functions of taxes · the promotion of economic growth through the use of a standard currency, road construction, and the protection of trade routes
Guiding Question How did Rome change from a Republic to an Empire? What is the legacies of Julius Caesar?
Expectation • I can identify Julius Caesar and Augustus and their impact on Rome. • I can explain Rome’s change from Republic to Empire through military organization, tactics, and conquests and decentralized administration.
Julius Caesar The Life and Times of Julius Caesar https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uJ-XgaOkPuk
Activity Paired/Group Activity Read pages 323-327. Use the ACE method to respond to questions. • How did Julius Caesar rise to power? • What does triumvirate mean? • What three individuals formed the First Triumvirate? • Why did Caesar refuse to return to Rome? • Who were the leaders of the Rome Republic? • What was Pompey to Caesar? • Re-read the primary source on page 324. What is a die? In what way is this term used today? • How did the civil war begin? • What reforms did Caesar introduce to Rome? • What invention did Caesar develop? • What is the "Ides of March"? • Why did Rome oppose Caesar?
Closure What leadership qualities did Caesar possess? He was physically strong, intellectual, courageous, and had thirst to succeed.