1. THE ROMAN EMPIRE p

2. The Roman Empire (pg. 24-29) Cornell questions
What types of government did they have?
What could the emperor do?
What was the purpose of the law?
What were citizens’ rights and duties?
Could conquered people become citizens?
What were their accomplishments in engineering?
What architectural feature did they get from the Greeks?
What was special about Roman art?
What did the Stoics believe?
How did Rome’s attitude toward Christianity change over time?

3. I. Government A. Kings B. Republic C. Emperor could:
declare war, raise taxes, punish, nominate officials, influence Senate, lead religious festivals

4. II. Law and Citizenship A. Law 1. Written 2. To protect citizens
B. Citizen’s rights: vote, hold office
C. Citizen’s duties: pay taxes, serve in army
D. Conquered people could become citizens

6. III. Roman Achievements
A. Engineering:
1. Durable roads
2. Aqueducts
3. stadiums

7. B. Architecture: 1. Larger & stronger buildings with concrete and arch
2. Greek columns

8. C. Art
1. Realistic statues
2. Portraits

9. D. Philosophy 1. Ideas to improve peoples’ lives
2. Stoics – people should focus on living virtuous life instead of possessions. Civic duty (act for good of community)

10. IV. Christianity Spreads
A. Romans viewed as part of Judaism at first
B. Saw it as threat & persecuted Christians
C. Constantine made Christianity legal
D. Pope (bishop of Rome) becomes important figure in society