History of the Ancient and Medieval World Imperialism: From Republic to Empire Walsingham Academy Mrs. McArthur Room 107
Key Dates Conquest of Italian Peninsula B.C.ERomans put down revolt of Latins Conquest of the Mediterranean B.C.E.3 Wars against Carthage (Punic Wars) B.C.E.Rome conquers Greek city-states 133 B.C.E.Rome dominates Mediterranean (Tiberius Gracchus elected Tribune)
Roman Dominions: Late Republic
4 Key Principles A “Just” war (Gods would not give Rome a victory for aggression.) Generosity toward the conquered “Divide and Rule” Tenacity: Once embarked on policy, don’t abandon it. Click on image
Questions to Consider Was Rome drawn into its conflicts or was it aggressive all the time? What connections were there between Roman social values and military activity? Carthago delenda est (“Carthage must be destroyed”) Cato the Elder, Senator 149 B.C.E.
Assignment 4 due 11/19 Read pp of text. Be sure to read all sections (biography of Caesar, etc.) Taking Notes, pp 132. Complete the concept map. Answer the Recall and Comprehension sections of Section 2 Assessment, pp 136
In-Class Activity:11/26-27 From Republic to Empire 2 questions: side-bar articles, pp Concept Map (Taking Notes) pp 132 Skills Assessment: Geography, pp 134 Recall: #1 and #2 Comprehension: #3, #4, #5 Reviewing and Summarizing what you’ve learned: lecture and homework
Assignment 5 due 11/27 Gather your materials (homework, notes, map) on Rome and review them. Work on your 2-minute oral presentation on your topic of everyday life in this period. Due Friday, 11/30 Extra-Credit Project Oral Presentation Quiz on Rome (based on PowerPoints, lectures, text: pp ) Note: 3 weeks remain in the semester
Assignment 6 due 11/28 Read text pp 137, 138, 140 Answer Section 3 Assessment questions #1-5, pp 140. Due Friday, 11/30 –Extra-Credit Project –Oral Presentation –Quiz on Rome (based on PowerPoints, lectures, text: pp ) Note: 3 weeks remain in the semester
Vesuvius Erupts! 79 A.D. Towns disappear!
Vesuvius Erupts! Primary Source: First Person Account of Disaster. Click on Video clip entitled: Pompeii (Need Real Player to access)
Assignment 7 due 11/29 Read text pp 139 Follow links on slide Vesuvius Erupts. Read carefully. Due Friday, 11/30 –Extra-Credit Project –Oral Presentation –Quiz on Rome (based on PowerPoints, lectures, text: pp ) Note: 3 weeks remain in the semester
The Lost City of Vesuvia Simulation Objective: Based on archaeological findings, draw conclusions about the culture of Vesuvians. Procedure: Study handout and using definition of culture describe life in Vesuvia based on this evidence.
The Lost City of Vesuvia Field Notes Consider the following: –Impact of Geography –Social Classes –Religion –Economics and technology –Leisure and cultural pursuits As a team, write one summary of your conclusions. Be sure all names are on sheet.
I got it- homework! Let’s do our homework “The road to hell is paved with good Intentions.” (St. Bernard of Clairvaux) There are several interpretations of this proverb. For us is sufficient: Merely intending to do good, without actually doing anything, is of no value!