Roman Empire
Definition
The Roman Empire was a vast, powerful civilization that existed from 27 BC to 476 AD, covering large parts of Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East. It is known for its significant contributions to law, politics, architecture, and culture.
Analogy
Think of the Roman Empire as a giant shopping mall. Just like a mall has different stores offering various products (representing diverse cultures), the Roman Empire had different regions with their unique cultures under one roof. And just like a mall has rules and regulations (representing laws), so did the Roman Empire have laws governing its territories.
Related terms
Republic: A form of government where power rests with citizens who vote to elect their leaders. This term is related because before becoming an empire, Rome was a republic.
Pax Romana: Latin for "Roman Peace," it refers to the period of relative peace and stability across the Roman Empire lasting from 27 BC to 180 AD.
Aqueducts: Structures built by Romans to carry water over long distances. They are an example of advanced engineering in the Roman Empire.
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