1. civil war- conflict between two groups within the same country
Julius Caesar- military leader that joined forces with Crassus
triumvirate- a group of three rulers
Augustus- title meaning "exalted one"
Pax Romana- "roman peace"

3. The fall of the Roman Republic was due to Romes increasing wealth and expanding boundaries. The growing discontent among lower classes of society and a breakdown in military order contributed to it as well.

4. Romans were able to control such a large empire because they had a working government system and they had rulers that knew how to fight and control their people.

5. To control Rome, officials tried to provide free games, races, mock battles, and gladiator contests.

Comments

Popular posts from this blog