► How does the myth of Remus and Romulus compare with the historic view for the origin of Rome?

►   In the class system of ancient Rome, how do the patricians keep the plebeians distracted from discontent?

►  How do the Punic Wars illustrate the adaptability of the Roman military in securing victories?

►  What is the power cycle of generals from popularity to assassination?

►  What is the Theory of Cleopatra’s Nose?

►  In the Roman Empire why is the republic just a façade?

►  What are the factors contributing to the decline of the Roman Empire?

►  How does ancient Roman culture compare to the quality of Greek philosophy and literature?

►  What are the Roman Empire’s greatest achievements?

►  What influence does Roman law have on English Common Law and the Napoleonic Code formed in later periods?

►  Is the rise and fall of empire possibly inevitable?