The Rise and Fall of Rome

The Rise and Fall of Rome

Grade 7th Grade ยท Social Studies ยท 45 minยท 6.5 Comparative Classical Civilizations In The Eastern Hemisphere

What's Included

Learning Objective

Students will be able to: Analyze 3 key factors that led to the rise and fall of the Roman Empire.

Warm-Up Video

History Facts & Mysteries ยท 9:42

The Rise and Fall of Rome: Lessons for Today

Guided Notes

3 key concepts

  • 1

    According to legend, Rome was founded in 753 BCE by twin brothers Romulus and Remus.

  • 2

    The Roman Republic's victory in the Punic Wars secured its dominance over the Mediterranean Sea.

  • 3

    The first Roman emperor, Augustus, ushered in the Pax Romana, a period of relative peace and prosperity that lasted for two centuries.

Practice Questions

8 questions ยท Multiple choice & Short answer

Exit Ticket

Quick comprehension check

โ€œName three key factors that led to the decline of the Roman Empire.โ€

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