SUMMARY
The Romans had lost their old simple ways. Much wealth had come to Rome , and there was a distinct line between the rich and the poor . The chief Roman amusements were the theatre and the gladiatorial combats . The Romans were cruel to their slaves .
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Sheep -raising threw many out of employment . Tiberius Grac chus tried to help the poor by limiting the amount of land held by any one person . In the attempt to pass this law ( 133 B. c .) he re sorted to force. This act was the beginning of the downfall of the republic . Later, Caius Gracchus attempted similar reforms, but was slain in a riot . The slaves in Sicily rebelled ( 133-132 B. c . ) . Gold had become the only power in Rome . Jugurtha was con quered . Marius rose from the ranks to the head of the army . The Cimbri and Teutones threatened Italy, but were driven away by Marius. The slaves in Sicily rebelled a second time . Marius plotted to overthrow the government .
SUGGESTIONS FOR WRITTEN WORK
A Roman talks about the old customs and the new .
A poor man tells of his sufferings because of the introduction of sheep -raising.
Cornelia's friend describes the " jewel " scene . X
THE RULE OF SULLA
WHEN Marius returned to Rome , he found the city in diffi culties. " Thus far, she had ruled the peoples of Italy with a high hand . If she chose to grant privileges to one city and not
