H - Hypothesize - Brainstorm answers to the essential questions.
How did Roman government ideas like the Republic and Empire influence modern government systems, particularly concepts like checks and balances and citizenship?
What lasting impact did Roman engineering advancements, such as aqueducts, roads, and concrete, have on construction practices around the world?
How did the spread of Roman culture, including language (Latin) and artistic styles, influence the development of other European countries?