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Who are we?. We are Everyone!. Who Are the Romans?. Etruscans. Latins. Etruscan Contribution to Roman Culture. 1.Greek Alphabet 2.Drain marshy lands. Roman Colosseum built o n a marsh. 509 bC. Republic. Rome becomes a. “But what is a republic?”.
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Who are we? We are Everyone!
Who Are the Romans? Etruscans Latins
Etruscan Contribution to Roman Culture 1.Greek Alphabet 2.Drain marshy lands Roman Colosseum built on a marsh
509 bC Republic Rome becomes a
“But what is a republic?” Elected officials govern, they represent the people “But what is it’s purpose?”
One person must not get too much power “I can do anything I want”
Roman Government Powerful Roman Senate 300 Wealthy Patrician class U.S. Senate Building
Who were the Patricians, and do they Sound like anything America has? Wealthy older gentleman Landholders Made the laws Roman leaders (Consuls) had to consult with Senate 5. Checks and balances were in use Lets go to the video tape