Goal
- Demonstrate knowledge of religions, culture, innovations, government, and achievements of the Roman Republic and the Roman Empire
The time has come to show what you know about Rome! Since Module 3 in the first semester, we have been focusing on G.R.A.P.E.S. of each civilization; that is, we have been looking at how each civilization is unique based on their Geography, Religions and beliefs, Achievements, Political structures, Economics, and Social structures. In this final project, you will demonstrate what you have learned in at least four of these categories about Rome. You get more points if you complete more than four because you are demonstrating a more full understanding! You also can earn a higher score by being more creative in how you write, adding pictures, or creating a creative script or recording.
You will be creating EITHER a Slideshow (using Google Slides or a podcast (including a script) for your final project.
CHOOSE AT LEAST FOUR TOPICS FROM THE LIST BELOW:
Geography- Include a map (or describe the areas controlled) of the Roman empire and name at least 3 features or locations and how they impacted the growth of Rome
Religion- Include details on at least two religions as they existed during Rome: Roman religion, Judaism, and Christianity. Compare and contrast the two you choose.
Achievements- Include details on at least 4 achievements of Rome. These can be inventions, military successes, legal advances, or artistic and architectural achievements (like famous buildings or sculptures.)
Political Structure- If you want to cover politics, pick one of these to include in your project:
Describe the Roman Republic and the Roman Empire. Then, make a comparison. This should be either between the Roman Republic and the United States, or the Roman Republic and the Roman Empire.
Research the Code of Justinian or the Twelve Tables. Then answer these questions: 1) When was this made and why? 2) Who made it? 3) What were some of the laws included? 4) What impact do you think these had on the Roman people? 5) How do you think people would react today?
Economics- Read this article on Trade in the Roman World. Summarize the article in your own words by including at least one detail from each of the 4 sections of the article. You can also describe why you think trade was so important in helping Rome grow.
Society/Social classes- Include details about daily life in Rome, such as where people lived, social classes like patricians and plebeians, roles of men and women, or slavery in Rome
Bonus category!!! Is there something that you want to focus on, such as a historical figure, an invention, a war, or other topic that you want to cover more? Create a slide or section of your podcast to cover this. Include what GRAPES category you think it belongs to. Let me know if you need help finding resources to use!
Some possible choices for bonus category topics could include:
- The Punic Wars and their impact on Rome's expansion and dominance in the Mediterranean (Achievements)
- The life and reign of Julius Caesar and his impact on the transition from the Roman Republic to the Roman Empire (Political Structure)
- The architecture and engineering innovations of the Roman Empire, such as the construction of aqueducts, roads, and the Colosseum (Achievements)
- The role of women in ancient Rome, including their legal rights, social status, and contributions to society (Society/Social classes)
- The impact of slavery on the economy and society of Rome, including the conditions of enslaved individuals and their roles in various sectors (Society/Social classes)
Feel free to explore other topics as well, as long as they align with the overall goal of demonstrating knowledge of the Roman Republic and the Roman Empire in at least four categories of the G.R.A.P.E.S framework. Good luck with your project!