2. The Twelve Tablets of Law applied to all Roman citizens.
A. System of Laws
The Twelve Tablets of Law applied to all Roman citizens.
Today: Roman law has become the basis for many codes of law seen Europe and America

4. B. The Latin Language
Spoken and written language of Rome.
Today: Latin greatly influenced the vocabulary of many languages.

6. C. The Spread of Greek Ideas
Educated Romans learned the Greek language and studied Greek art, literature and architecture.
Effect: Many visitors returned to their own lands and imitated Greek styles.

8. D. Spread of Christianity
Early Rome – Christians were persecuted. People were so impressed by their faith- Large Numbers converted
Today: In 395 Christianity spread throughout the world.

10. E. Women
New laws provided protection for women. Many owned property and businesses
Effect: Women continue to gain rights in many countries

12. F. The Dome
Improved the Greek design by inventing the dome
Today: Dome seen in many US buildings

14. G. Aqueducts
Brought water from springs and wells to the cities. Today: Aqueducts supply water to people in cities and deserts … including ours!

16. Today: Roads still made from concrete and interconnected
H. Concrete Roads
Built miles of highways. Roads made from concrete and designed to last forever. Interconnecting roads make travel easy.
Today: Roads still made from concrete and interconnected

18. I. Military: Required all citizens to serve in the military
I. Military: Required all citizens to serve in the military. Divided into legions. Built on cooperation and discipline.
Today: Many of world’s armies are built on the Roman model. The US military is built on discipline.

20. J. Republican form of Government
Roman citizens choose its leaders. Government power was shared.
Today: US Constitution based on Separation of 3 Powers