Did the benefits of Roman expansion outweigh the costs?

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Suppose that your family were much larger—perhaps two or three times larger than it is now. What would be some of the benefits of living in a larger family? What might be some of the drawbacks, or costs? Complete the T-chart below.

Benefits of a Larger Family Costs of a Larger Family

Social Studies VocabularyAs you complete the Reading Notes, use these terms in your answers.

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In the flowchart below, summarize the expansion of Rome during each time period.

As you read each section, complete these steps:• Shade in the appropriate area of the map Roman Territory, 509 B.C.E. to 14 C.E.

in a new color to show each Roman expansion. Color in the key to match. • Find the corresponding section in the Reading Notes that follow the map.

Outline the matching Roman column with the color you used on the map. • In the Roman column, fill in the missing dates and answer the questions.

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Section 2 Section 3

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1. How were the Romans able to take control of the Italian peninsula?

2. Who might have had a negative view of Roman expansion during this period, and why?

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1. Why did Romans fight the Punic Wars? What did they gain?

2. Who might have had a negative view of Roman expansion during this period, and why?

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Section 4 Section 5

________to________B.C.E.

1. When Julius Caesar became dictator of Rome, what reforms did he make?

2. Who might have had a negative view of Roman expansion during this period, and why?

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1. Describe the Pax Romana and other positive aspects of Augustus’s reign.

2. Who might have had a negative view of Roman expansion during this period, and why?

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In the T-chart below, list at least three benefits and at least three costs of Roman expansion from 509 B.C.E. to 14 C.E.

In a well-written paragraph, explain whether you think the benefits of Roman expansion outweighed the costs. Support your opinion by giving specific evidence from your T-chart and from the lesson.

P R O C E S S I N G

Benefits of Roman Expansion Costs of Roman Expansion