Ancient Rome Geography Flashcards
1
Q
When was Rome founded?
A
In 753BC
2
Q
When did the Latins migrate over to the Alps and settle on the Tiber River?
A
In 2000BC
3
Q
Why was Rome so protected?
A
Because there was protection from the mountains to the East and North and an Ocean to the West.
4
Q
Why was having the Tiber River and Mediterranean Sea so good for Rome?
A
Because Rome could Dominate Trade.
5
Q
Why was the Emperor of Rome vast?
A
Because he had four tiers as far as North Britain, West into Portugal, South into Africa and east parts of Asia.
6
Q
How did geographic positioning help Rome?
A
because Rome Became wealthy and grew in population.
7
Q
What happened in 2000BC?
A
The Latins migrated over the Alps and settled along the Tiber river.
