Roman Rise and Fall Discussion Questions

THE ASSIGNMENT IS DUE ON THURSDAY 04/16/15, PREFERENCE IS EARLY. DISCUSSION QUESTIONS MUST CONSIST OF 6-8 PARAGRAPH FORM SENTENCES.

• Weekly Summary
  

• This week, students focus on the rise and fall of Rome. Students identify the major individuals, institutions, and innovations that led to the development of the Roman Republic and the Roman Empire. Last, students learn about the major contributions the Romans made to the modern world. 

• Learning Objectives
  
• • 3.1 Explain the factors that led to the rise and fall of ancient Rome.
  • 3.2 Compare the aspects of the Roman Republic to the Roman Empire.
  • 3.3 Evaluate the major contributions the ancient Romans made to the modern world.

     

      

                                                     DISCUSSION QUESTION 1

  
  Imagine yourself as a Roman citizen living during the time of the Late Republic and Early Empire. Describe life in the Late Republic and compare it to the Early Empire. Which period would you have preferred? Explain

   

                                                         DISCUSSION QUESTION 2
  

   

  
  Imagine yourself as a Roman citizen during the Late Empire. How has society changed? What factors do you believe were most responsible for the fall of the Empire? Explain.