Rise of the First Triumvirate: A Journey into Roman History

Rise of the First Triumvirate: A Journey into Roman History

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson, you will be able to explain the formation and significance of the First Triumvirate in Roman history.

What do you already know about Roman history?

Introduction to Roman Republic

The Roman Republic was a period of ancient Roman civilization characterized by a balance of power between various political institutions.

Julius Caesar

Julius Caesar was a prominent Roman general and statesman who played a crucial role in the downfall of the Roman Republic.

Pompey the Great

Pompey was a distinguished military and political leader who formed an alliance with Caesar and Crassus to establish the First Triumvirate.

Marcus Licinius Crassus

Crassus was a wealthy Roman general and politician who, along with Caesar and Pompey, formed the First Triumvirate to consolidate power.

Formation of the First Triumvirate

The First Triumvirate was a political alliance formed by Caesar, Pompey, and Crassus to mutually support each other's interests and influence Roman politics.

Triumvirate's Impact

The First Triumvirate wielded significant power and influence, shaping Roman politics and setting the stage for the eventual fall of the Republic.

Conclusion and Reflection

Reflect on the significance of the First Triumvirate in Roman history and its role in the transition from the Roman Republic to the Roman Empire.

Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

Have students enter three things they learned in this lesson. With this they can indicate their own learning efficiency of this lesson.

Write down 2 things you want to know more about.

Here, students enter two things they would like to know more about. This not only increases involvement, but also gives them more ownership.

Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.

The students indicate here (in question form) with which part of the material they still have difficulty. For the teacher, this not only provides insight into the extent to which the students understand/master the material, but also a good starting point for the next lesson.