Rome: The Republic. Primary Source Questions:
Answer the following questions in complete sentences. Each answer should be roughly two to three paragraphs. Use examples and/or quotes from the primary source(s) to support your answers. Type in the answers directly below each question. Save and send the document file name as "week 1 primary source questions your last name" (for example, week 1 primary source questions Hurley).
The Gracchi (access the source via the link)
http://fordham.edu/halsall/ancient/appian-civwars1.asp
According to the source, how did Rome, despite its successes, have problems domestically amongst both the poor of Rome and the provincials of Italy during the 130s?
How did Tiberius Gracchus try to correct the abuses of rich senators? What was the reaction of the latter group to Tiberius?
How did the Senate try to roll back Tiberius’ reforms after his death? How did Tiberius’ brother Gaius respond as tribune to further senatorial abuses?