Answer:
Project the provided map of the Roman Empire on the board. Use the map legend to review and discuss the spread of the Roman Empire over time. Then divide students into pairs and distribute a copy of the map to each pair. Ask them to circle and discuss the specific physical geographic features on the map that they think may have contributed to the strength of ancient Rome. Ask students to write their ideas in column 3. Regroup as a class and invite volunteers to come up to the board and circle all of the specific geographic features they think may have contributed to the strength of the Roman Empire. As needed, remind students of the list on the board of how physical and human geography can impact citizens’ lives and communities.