Roman Empire in 44 B



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Roman Empire in 44 B.C.

Which modern day countries are incorporated within the Roman Empire during this time period?

Complete the chart below regarding Roman Emperors and some of their achievements

|Emperor Name |Years In Power |2 Accomplishments |Regions Acquired Through Conquest |

|Tiberius | | | |

|Claudius | | | |

|Nero | | | |

|Trajan | | | |

|Antoninus Pius | | | |

Roman Empire in 116 A.D.

Which modern day countries are incorporated within the Roman Empire during this time period that are not included in the Empire in the 44 B.C.?

What might 2 positives be of the Empire growing to this size? Give specific examples, and explain how they are a positive.

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What might 2 negatives be of the Empire growing to this size? Give specific examples, and explain how they are a positive.

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Now that you can see how much the empire grew, why do you think that is was difficult for the Romans to keep good control over the vast empire. List a minimum of 5 reasons that you think might have contributed to this.

In your opinion did the massive size of the Roman Empire eventually lead to its downfall? Support your answer with specific reasons.

In your opinion would the Roman Empire have been better off if they did not focus so much on expansion, and focused more on building a powerful civilization on a smaller scale? Give support to your answer by providing specific details that back up your claim.

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