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* * What the Romans Knew Vocabulary Patrician Plebeian Senate Mob Republic Franchise Aqueduct Pater Familias Senatus Populusque Romanus – SPQR Polytheistic Birth of a Nation Romulus and Remus Greek vs. Roman Much of Roman culture was originally Greek. However, they gave it their own flavor. (the Gods) Many Romans were attracted by Greek ideas. They were, often at the same time, afraid of them. Cato the Censor said that Greeks were weak and immoral and that following their life-style would lead to the death of the Empire. Pragmatic people “A grand idea that does not work is less valuable than a smaller one that does.” Greek Law The Greeks were a collection of city-states. Each had its own set of laws. No common law. Very abstract standard of justice. Didnt apply to all Roman Law Twelve Tablets – publicly displayed Continues to be an influence on almost all Western legal systems. Possessed a fierce respect for and love of law and constantly sought to improve the legal system. Everywhere they conquered, they took the law with them. Those conquered could see what kind of people had defeated them. As a result, one law ruled all men,everywhere. John Locke – They became a standing rule to live by, which applied to every man, great or small, rich or poor. Citizenship Greeks felt they were better, and didnt want to pollute their purity with barbarian/foreign blood. Romans at first enslaved conquered people, starting with Italians. Slaves dont usually like being slaves. Decided to give citizenship to all Italians. In the Roman heart, a citizen felt himself the equal of other citizens, although some were richer. Roman citizenship became something that foreign people desired. Foreign armies all over would sometimes throw down weapons, surrender, and ask to become citizens. Serving in the army would give someone citizenship and land. Roads Romans knew how to build roads that last. Connected the Empire Used as a means of military transport. Shorter supply lines Stability of