Midterm Study Guide

 Students should be familiar enough with the following terms to be able to identify them concisely in 2-3 sentences;  for geographical locations be also able to locate them on a map, or for events and reign dates be able to place them chronologically in relation to each other and by century.

Exam Format
 

Objective and Short Identification (50 pts.)

1. Map identification  (8 pts.)
   • Identify four of five items and then locate each item correctly by its number (e.g. 1, 2, 3) on a map.
2. Chronology (12 pts.)
   • Locate items by writing its letter on a time-line within the proper century and in proper relation to other items in the same century.
3. One-word identification (10 pts.)
   • Fill in the proper term in 10 of 12 sentences.
4. Identifications (20 pts.)
   • In 3-4 well-crafted sentences identify two of four items. Be sure to locate the item within its specific historical context—time and place—and to discuss its significance for our knowledge of the ancient Romans. 

 Essay (50 pts.)

• Choose one of three topics and write an essay on it for the exam.  A good essay will have an introduction with thesis statement, a well organized discussion of the thesis based on close reading of the primary sources, and a strong conclusion.  At all times write clearly and legibly with correct spelling and punctuation. You may not use any notes during the exam.