Chapter 6: The "Classical Era" in the West

An official of the Roman Republic in charge of enforcing civil law

Who were Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle?

An example of the Roman social structure where the dominant male is the head of the household.

What was the first set of written laws established by the Roman Republic?

Twelve Tables, an extensive road system, invention of concrete, and the spread of Christianity:

In what way were the Code of Hammurabi and the Twelve Tables of Rome similar?

A Roman social class comprised of minor landholders, merchants and small farmers.

Which society was the first to practice direct democracy?

The Roman system of justice is considered a milestone because it-

A form of government where certain citizens have the right to vote and the ruler is not a king.

Effect of mountainous geography on the civilization of ancient Greece was the development of-

Social class of wealthy, powerful landowners, formed the ruling class of the Roman Republic

Which of the following is an example of an absolute ruler?

Which statement describes a characteristic of democracy?

One way in which the actions of Cyrus the Great and Alexander the Great were similar

A government run by three rulers who have equal power is

Known for marble temples, ideal proportions, first works of drama and history

In what way were ancient Egyptian, Hellenistic, and Roman civilizations similar?