The Rise of the Roman Empire: Key Factors and Historical Impact - Reading Comprehension Worksheet

Bring the rise of the Roman Empire to life in your classroom with this engaging and comprehensive reading comprehension worksheet! Focused on the key events and influential figures that shaped the transformation of Rome from a small city-state into one of the most powerful empires in history, this resource covers everything from the founding of Rome to the rise of Augustus and the establishment of the Roman Empire. Through the exploration of Rome’s military tactics, political structure, and the influence of key leaders, students will gain a deep understanding of how this ancient civilization rose to dominance.

What’s Included:

• Informative Reading Passage that details the rise of Rome from its founding to its transformation into an empire.
• Primary Source Analysis featuring an excerpt from Plutarch’s Life of Julius Caesar, offering a firsthand look at Caesar’s assassination.
• Multiple-Choice, Matching, Fill-in-the-Blank, and Short-Answer Questions designed to assess comprehension and encourage critical thinking.
• Answer Key for easy grading and reference.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand the key factors, such as military tactics and diplomacy, that contributed to Rome's expansion.
• Analyze the roles of influential figures like Julius Caesar and Augustus in the rise of the Roman Empire.
• Explore how Rome’s political structure evolved from a republic to an empire.
• Engage with primary source material to develop historical analysis skills.

Perfect for: This worksheet is an excellent addition to World History, Ancient Civilizations, or Social Studies classes for grades 7-12. It can be used for:

• In-class discussions on the rise and fall of great civilizations.
• Homework assignments to reinforce key historical concepts.
• Sub plans that challenge students with independent reading and analysis.
• Review sessions in preparation for assessments or exams.

Common Core Alignment:

• CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH.6-8.1: Cite specific textual evidence to support analysis of primary and secondary sources.
• CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH.9-10.2: Determine the central ideas or information of a primary or secondary source.
• CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.WHST.6-8.9: Draw evidence from informational texts to support analysis, reflection, and research.

Courses:

• World History: Ancient Rome
• Government and Political Systems
• Classical Studies

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