The Roman Republic
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The Big Idea: Greek democracy and the Roman Republic were radical departures from monarchy and theocracy, influencing the structure and function of modern democratic governments.
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Learning Targets:
Literacy Standards: CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH.6-8.3 Identify key steps in a text's description of a process related to history/social studies (e.g., how a bill becomes law, how interest rates are raised or lowered). |
FIRST - Playposit Activity Go to your Playposit and view the video about the Roman Republic.
Answer the questions on the video and on the paper you were given. |
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SECOND - Notes Activity
Use the information below and the resources you were directed to in order to fill in the first portion of your Research Activity Notes about the Roman Republic.
In 509 B.C., Rome had overthrown the cruel Etruscan monarchy and established arepublic. It was still just one of many small cities on the Italian peninsula. By 133 B.C., the town had gained control of all Italy, and had conquered foreign lands as well. Roman armies won victories in Spain, Greece, Macedonia, Asia Minor (present day Turkey), and N. Africa.
The government in the early years of the Roman Republic had 3 parts, or 'branches"—The Consuls (Magistrates), The Senate, and The Assembly. Each branch had various powers. The Republic officially lasts until 27 B.C.
In 509 B.C., Rome had overthrown the cruel Etruscan monarchy and established arepublic. It was still just one of many small cities on the Italian peninsula. By 133 B.C., the town had gained control of all Italy, and had conquered foreign lands as well. Roman armies won victories in Spain, Greece, Macedonia, Asia Minor (present day Turkey), and N. Africa.
The government in the early years of the Roman Republic had 3 parts, or 'branches"—The Consuls (Magistrates), The Senate, and The Assembly. Each branch had various powers. The Republic officially lasts until 27 B.C.
Resources to use to fill in your Notes Shee
Everyone can view the short video about the "12 Tables" below:
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THIRD - Socrative Check
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Click on the link to the right to log into my room on Socrative - FWLSRGGW. Use the quiz to check your knowledge of the Roman republic and make sure your notes are complete!
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Assessment - Roman Republic vs. Our Government Today
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Complete the assignment below to learn more about the impact of the Roman Republic form of government on modern government today. You will be creating a product that answers/addresses the following prompt.
Explain, in detail, at least 2 major similarities and 2 major differences between the republic of ancient Rome and the government of the United States today then evaluate how influential the Roman Republic was on the development of the government in the United States today. Use evidence to support your opinion. |
This can be broken down like this:
1. You must have 2 similarities between Roman Republic and US government (explain in as much detail as possible). 2. You must have 2 differences between the Roman Republic and the US government (explain in as much detail as possible). 3. You must make a decision, based on what you learned, about how much influence the Roman Republic has had on the US Government; a lot of influence or a little bit of influence? Then you must back this up with evidence to support your claim. |
Assignment Ideas:
***NO MATTER WHAT TYPE OF PROJECT YOU DO... Remember to follow the RUBRIC you were given to get the maximum score.
Keep in mind that this will be due by the end of class on Thursday, Oct 20th. Plan accordingly:
Example:
You can use your notes and research using the information below and feel free to try to do some of your own research (but you can find everything on the links below to help you):
- Essay (done alone)
- Booklet/Pamphlet
- Poster
- Google or Chromebook creation.
***NO MATTER WHAT TYPE OF PROJECT YOU DO... Remember to follow the RUBRIC you were given to get the maximum score.
Keep in mind that this will be due by the end of class on Thursday, Oct 20th. Plan accordingly:
Example:
- Monday and Tuesday - Finish Notes. Reread Assessment directions and options. Begin going through resources and choose major comparisons and contrasts you want to cover. Research and write down the detailed information you need for each.
- Wednesday - Do more research to evaluate or decide on how much influence you think the Roman Republic had on the creation of our government in the United States today. Make sure you support this opinion with multiple pieces of research/evidence. Write it all down. Begin putting product together.
- Thursday and Friday - Finish putting product together. Do a final check using the rubric you were given as a guide. Turn in assessment!
You can use your notes and research using the information below and feel free to try to do some of your own research (but you can find everything on the links below to help you):
Going Beyond... How our government works!
You must first get the Going Beyond worksheet from the teacher to do the activities below!
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First do the Playposit Activity -
Go to Playposit and view the video on The Electoral College. This will go over exactly how presidents in the United States get elected... There is more to it than just citizens casting their vote. |
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Second play games below -
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Click on Branch-0-mania to play a game testing your knowledge of the 3 Branches of U.S. Government!
Click on iCivics to choose from 3 different Games! They may take a minute to load so be patient. DO NOT NEED TO REGISTER TO PLAY THESE GAMES! Win the White House - You run for president to see if you can win! Listen carefully to your campaign manager and don't slip up! Do I Have a Right? - You manage your own law firm! Bill of Rights Edition - You manage your own law firm that specializes in the Bill of Rights! |