1. The Roman Republic
SSWH 3 :Examine the political, philosophical, and cultural interaction of Classical Mediterranean societies from 700 BCE/BC to 400 CE/AD. 
A.  Compare the origins the Roman Republic.

2. Map Of Roman Republic

3. Vocabulary of the Roman Republic
1. Etruscans – people who inhabited early Italy
2. republic – system of government in which officials are chosen by the people
3. patricians – a member of the land-holding upper class
4. consuls – an official from the patrician class who supervised the government and commanded the Army.
5. dictator – ruler who has complete control over the government
6. Plebeians – a members of the class that include farmers, merchants, artisans, 7nd traders
7. tribunes – an official elected by the Plebeians to protect their interests
8. veto – to block laws
9. Legion – basic military unit made up 5,000 men

9. Roman Society Family – The family was the basic unit of Roman Society.
The Male was the head of the household and has ultimate authority
Woman - 
Woman gained greater freedom and influence over the centuries of the Roman Republic
Some woman ran businesses, but most worked at home raising the children
Education - 
Both boys and girls learned to read and write
Education was highly valued
Religion - 
Gods and Goddesses closely resembled those of Ancient Greece.
Religious festivals inspired a sense of community
Romans built many temples for worship