Question

The Romans built one of the most powerful empires in the ancient world. Geography played a major role in their rise. In this lesson, you learned how important geography was to ancient Rome’s development and expansion.

Explain how geography influenced the early development and later expansion of Rome. What advantages did geography provide? What obstacles did it present? Provide multiple specific examples.

Answer 1

The tall large mountains were able to protect Rome from trespassers

Answer 2

The fertile soil of Po and Tiber River Valleys allowed Romans to grow a diverse selection of crops, such as olives and grains.