rise of rome
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World History [1]
Ch. 6 reading check Explain how Rome switched from a republic to an empire. Essential terms Ch. 6 Roman Republic Roman Principate It is true that to obtain money by trade is sometimes more profitable, were it not so hazardous; and likewise money-lending, if it were as honourable. Our ancestors ?..when they would praise a worthy man their praise took this form: "good husbandman, good farmer"; one so praised was thought to have received the greatest commendation. ?.it is from the farming class that the bravest men and the sturdiest soldiers come, their calling is most highly respected, their livelihood is most assured and is looked on with the least hostility, and those who are engaged in that pursuit are least inclined to be disaffected. Marcus Cato 2nd century BCE