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The Founding of RomeChapter 12 Lesson 1
ObjectivesExplain how Rome was founded
Describe the advantages of Rome’s location
VocabularyArable – land that is good for
crowing crops
Forum – public square in ancient Roman cities where the Romans exchanged goods and ideas
Confederation – group of governments joined together for a common purpose
Settling in Seven HillsThe Latins
settled on the seven hills south of the Tiber River in about 1,000 BC
The hills provided protection from attack, resources for building, and land for farming
A Cultural MixThe Etruscans and
the Greeks, both of whom had settlements on the Italian Peninsula, influenced the Romans
The Romans adopted and adapted aspects of Etruscan and Greek cultures, including their architecture, religion, and alphabet
The City of RomeRome’s
location along the Tiber River was ideal for communication and trade
Roman legends such as that of Romulus and Remus explain Rome’s beginning
Etruscan RuleEtruscans became the leaders of
Rome in about 616 BC and built much of early Rome
The Etruscans were experienced at governing large areas, which helped them organize and govern Rome’s territory
SummaryLatins founded the city of Rome in about
750 BC.Legend says that the twins Romulus and
Remus founded the cityAccording to history, Rome began as small
villages, which joined together and grewThe city’s location was ideal for farming
and was easy to defend. The neighboring cultures of the Etruscans
and the Greeks greatly influenced early Roman culture
In time, Etruscan kings ruled over the Romans
Reading Check QuestionsWhat attracted the Latins to the hills near the
Tiber River?◦ Arable land, a long growing season, protection,
wood, and stones
What two cultures influenced the Romans?◦ Etruscan culture and Greek culture
Who was the first legendary ruler of Rome?◦ Romulus
What influence did the Etruscan kings have on the development of Rome?◦ They completed building projects and expanded and
organized Rome.
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