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Ancient Rome Part 3 Government

Ancient Rome Part 3 Government. As Power Grew…. As the empire grew and more power came to Rome, they needed a new system of government that would ensure that all territories were running properly. Keywords:. Republic - Meaning things that are public

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Ancient Rome Part 3 Government

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  1. Ancient RomePart 3Government

  2. As Power Grew… As the empire grew and more power came to Rome, they needed a new system of government that would ensure that all territories were running properly.

  3. Keywords: Republic- Meaning things that are public Dictator- A person who rules by force and does not answer to anybody Emperor- A person who rules over a territory but has a senate and other people making decisions with them Consul- Highest power in republican government. Two Patricians held this power but one could gain more power as dictator. They were in charge of the army. Senators- A person in charge of foreign affairs. Romanized-People who adopted Roman language, culture and way of life

  4. Workings of a Republic (pg 120)Label the arrows with the appropriate action Governors/ Senators Managed administration The Emperor Head of government Senators Foreign policy Magistrates Laws Roman Citizens

  5. The Capital (pg 121)Let’s label • Rome was home to about a million people. They used the riches they gained from taking over other territories to enhance their city.

  6. Today • Where is our Capital? • Ottawa • What is our most important location?

  7. Important Locations • The Forum: • This is where main public buildings are. It was the political, commercial and religious center.

  8. Roman Citizenship • All wealthy Romans(MEN) had to complete military training and pay taxes. Because of this they were the only ones who could be Senators or Magistrates. • As the Empire expanded, people of other lands were able to apply to be citizens. • Conditions: • -Be an ally to Rome • -Report people who misbehave • -Be sufficiently Romanized • Serve in the army

  9. Social Hierarchy • Citizens were divided into 2 groups: Plebeians: -Merchants and peasants -Obtained power and wrote the Twelve Tables. Patricians: -Members of Rome's oldest families. -Only people that could lead city

  10. Evolution of Roman Law • Law of Twelve Tables Perpetual Edict Justinian Code • -Written compilation of all the laws. • Equal justice for all • Defended slaves -Engraved on 12 bronze tablets. -On expedition in the forum. -All citizens were equal. More on page 122 -Reformed Roman laws. -Could only be judged on actions, not thoughts. -Needed proof to be guilty

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