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Primary
California State University

Life of Augustus by Nicolaus of Damascus

For Students 9th - 10th
Clayton M. Hall's 1923 translation of a very detailed biography of Augustus by Nicolaus of Damascus.
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Handout
Forum Romanum

Outlines of Roman History: The Reign of Marcus Aurelius (Ad 161 180)

For Students 9th - 10th
Read this entry from William Morey's 1901 text to find out about Marcus Aurelius, one of the five good emperors, who was known as a philosopher.
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Lesson Plan
PBS

Pbs: The Roman Empire of the 1st Century: Getting to Know the Emperors of Rome

For Teachers 9th - 10th
In this lesson, students will discuss the merits of heredity rule. After using various games, features, and video clips from the Web site, students should have learned basic information about each of nine featured emperors. Students will...
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Lesson Plan
PBS

Pbs: The Roman Empire of the 1st Century: Religion and Politics in Daily Life

For Teachers 9th - 10th
In this lesson, students will examine various aspects of religion in ancient Rome including the role of mythology, polytheism versus. monotheism, the treatment of Jews and Christians, and the spread of Christianity. To guide their...
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PPT
Tom Richey

Tom Richey: Power Point: The Five Good Emperors

For Students 9th - 10th
Tom Richey uses humor in his slide presentation to informa and enlighten students on the history of Rome and the Five Good Emperors.
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Handout
Other

Victor Valley College: Notes on Rome: The Roman World 509 b.c. To a.d. 180

For Students 9th - 10th
A history of the beginnings of the Ancient Roman civilization-- touches on the Greek (Hellenistic) influences in forming the civilization.
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Handout
California State University

Augustan Legislation

For Students 9th - 10th
Very specific site that lists important legislation from Augustus' rule, especially those dealing with moral reforms and the creation of the emperorship.
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Interactive
PBS

Pbs: The Roman Empire of the 1st Century: The Roman Empire: Who Are You?

For Students 9th - 10th
Take this quiz to learn which Roman emperor you are most like.