1. How did Geography affect the development of Rome?  Rome had a good location, they were on seven hills, on a river,  which gave them the chance to control all of Italy.
2. How did the Etruscans influence the development of Rome?  They Developed an alphabet, and arches
3. Which were the main groups that competed for power in the early Roman Republic?  The Nobles and the Common people
4. What is the significance of the twelve Tables in Roman Law?  It was the set of rules that said that all free citizens were protected by law.
5. How did Rome regain control of Italy after the sacking of the city by the Gauls? They defeated them
                      -Gauls French, French Gauls