Why did Judea and Rome fight during the Roman-Jewish Wars?

Jews were mad that Romans disrespected their religion and overtaxed Jedea

Why do historians consider Roman replicas of ancient Greek sculptures, despite being copies, a significant achievement?

Many Greek sculptures are lost; Roman versions allow us to appreciate them

Why was the story of Romulus and Remus important to the Romans?

The story explained the founding of Rome.

How did the Greeks influence ancient Roman mythology?

Romans adopted & modified Greek religion from Greek colonies in Italy.

Why is Constantine considered an important figure in world history?

Made Christianity a religion & organized convention for consistent teaching

Which of the following statements most accurately describes the consequences of the Roman-Jewish Wars?

Romans destroyed the 2nd Temple forcing all Jews to move from Jerusalem.

How did Rome’s geography affect the people who lived there?

Mediterranean Sea provided access to trade routes, hills made invasion hard

According to Christianity, why did Jesus of Nazareth sacrifice his life?

Sacrifice was repayment for wrongdoings of followers to help into heaven

According to the Bible, why did some people believe Jesus of Nazareth was the Messiah?

He performed several miracles, like instantly healing people’s illnesses.

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Ancient Rome #1

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1
True/False: Jesus of Nazareth wrote New Testament of Bible to share his life, teachings, & instructions w/ 1st churches.
True
False
2
Why did Judea and Rome fight during the Roman-Jewish Wars?
Jews were mad Romans sold Jerusalem to another civilization to fund an army
Jews were mad that Romans disrespected their religion and overtaxed Jedea
Romans were mad Jews formed alliance w/ Egypt to overthrow the emperor.
Romans were mad Jews were moving to Rome by 1000's and competing for jobs
3
In Ancient Rome, the person who fought animals and other people as public entertainment
SAINT
GLADIATOR
PATERFAMILIAS
REGENT
4
Apostle helped spread Christianity, building several churches throughout Rome, writing epistles & sharing with non-Jews?
Paul
Peter
John
James
5
Why do historians consider Roman replicas of ancient Greek sculptures, despite being copies, a significant achievement?
Greek sculptures were flawless, but Roman versions were more realistic
Romans had original ideas, but copies showed a decline in their creativity.
Many Greek sculptures are lost; Roman versions allow us to appreciate them
Romans had 1st art museum in Rome, but Greek work was the main attraction
6
Why was the story of Romulus and Remus important to the Romans?
The story explained the founding of Rome.
The story explained the naming of the planets.
The story explained the creation of the universe.
The story explained Rome's victory in the Trojan War.
7
How did the Greeks influence ancient Roman mythology?
Greeks sent missionaries to share religion and convert people in Europe
Greeks conquered Rome after wars forced Rome to change religions
Romans paid large sums of money to Greece to buy rights to Greek Gods.
Romans adopted & modified Greek religion from Greek colonies in Italy.
8
Jesus of Nazareth’s teachings of Judaism evolved into what other world religion?
Islam
Hinduism
Christianity
Roman Mythology
9
Why is Constantine considered an important figure in world history?
Made Christianity official religion of Roman Empire & banned other religion
Opposed Christianity & persecuted Christians because ideas were different.
Made Christianity a religion & organized convention for consistent teaching
Improved Christianity with concept of Trinity & was first pope of R.C.C.
10
True or False: Ancient Rome once included Egypt, Greece, and Mesopotamia.
True
False
11
Which of the following statements most accurately describes the consequences of the Roman-Jewish Wars?
Romans destroyed the 2nd Temple forcing all Jews to move from Jerusalem.
Jews received authority to govern Roman territory in Asia thru brave combat
Romans built many Jewish temples throughout empire to make peace with Jews.
Jews won independence from Roman Empire & formed their own country, Israel.
12
A human-made channel built to carry water
LEGION
FORUM
LEGION
AQUEDUCT
13
Open space in Rome that served as a marketplace and public square
REPUBLIC
AQUEDUCT
CONSUL
FORUM
14
In Ancient Rome, a person who ruled with complete power temporarily during emergencies
REPUBLIC
DICTATOR
CONSUL
FORUM
15
How did Rome’s geography affect the people who lived there?
Mediterranean Sea provided access to trade routes, hills made invasion hard
Italian peninsula looked like a boot, islands had destructive hurricanes.
Tiber River dried up from climate change Alps prevented migration to Europe
Mt Vesuvius had eruptions giving heat to homes, mts gave salt water 2 crops
16
According to Christianity, why did Jesus of Nazareth sacrifice his life?
Sacrifice was repayment for wrongdoings of followers to help into heaven
Sacrifice encouraged the Apostles to become followers & spread Christianity
Sacrifice was necessary to become a god & a member of the Holy Trinity.
Sacrifice necessary after chasing away sellers & customers at 2nd Temple
17
Form of government in which the leader is not a king or queen but a person elected by citizens
Republic
Consul
Aqueduct
Forum
18
What did the Romans build across their empire for 50,000 miles to improve the travel of armies and trade goods?
Aqueducts
Canals
Roads
Walls
19
One of the two top government officials in Ancient Rome
GLADIATOR
PATRICIAN
PLEBEIAN
CONSUL
20
According to the Bible, why did some people believe Jesus of Nazareth was the Messiah?
He taught several parables, such as the story of the Good Samaritan.
He performed several miracles, like instantly healing people’s illnesses.
He traveled to many places, such as Babylon, Alexandria, Athens, and Rome.
He gained many followers, such as twelve men who became the Apostles.
21
According to the Bible, what method did the Romans use to execute Jesus of Nazareth?
Crucifixion
Excommunication
Passover
Resurrection

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