Chapter 11 - Rome and Christianity Flashcards
1
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Christianity
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Religion based on the teaching of Jesus Christ
2
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Cement
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Invented by the Romans using lime and ash. Used as a building material.
3
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Cicero
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Roman philosopher who wanted Rome to go back to the checks and balances type of government.
4
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Aqueducts
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Raised channel used to carry water from mountains to cities. The Romans used this.
5
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Major purpose of Roman roads?
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Helped them run the empire because the armies, travelers, messengers, and traders used them.
6
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How does the Roman language (Latin) influence us today?
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Latin later developed into the Romance Languages (Italian, French, Spanish, Portuguese and Romanian). Many words in English use parts of Roman/Latin words.
