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Hist 111 Chapter 5 Lecture_The First World Civilization_ Rome, China, and the Emergence of the Silk Road
After having read the chapter and listen to this podcast, students should be able to
Discuss the policies and institutions that contributed to the Romans’ success in conquering Italy.
Understand why Rome was able to achieve an empire between 264 and 133 B.C.E., and the problems that this imperial expansion caused.
Grasp the key features of the Roman empire at its height in the second century C.E.
Discuss the reforms of Diocletian and Constantine, and appreciate the extent to which they were successful.
Understand which characteristics of Christianity enabled it to grow and ultimately dominate the Roman world.
Discuss the chief features of the Han empire, how it was similar to and different from the Roman Empire, and the role played by the Silk Road that prospered between them.
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By Matt WittAfter having read the chapter and listen to this podcast, students should be able to
Discuss the policies and institutions that contributed to the Romans’ success in conquering Italy.
Understand why Rome was able to achieve an empire between 264 and 133 B.C.E., and the problems that this imperial expansion caused.
Grasp the key features of the Roman empire at its height in the second century C.E.
Discuss the reforms of Diocletian and Constantine, and appreciate the extent to which they were successful.
Understand which characteristics of Christianity enabled it to grow and ultimately dominate the Roman world.
Discuss the chief features of the Han empire, how it was similar to and different from the Roman Empire, and the role played by the Silk Road that prospered between them.