Ancient Rome

This was an epic poem written by Virgil that explained how the Roman Empire was destined to rule.

This "good" emperor reorganized the Roman army, issued a code of law, & encouraged learning.

This "good" emperor made Christianity the official religion in Rome.

Roman citizens were divided into two classes of people.

He was a "bad" emperor who they believe was insane and who murdered his family.

Rome was ruled by an empire before it became a republic.

Plebeians were dissatisfied with the government of the early Roman Republic because it was dominated by...

Romans only went to the baths to get clean.

Julius Caesar was killed because some people thought that he planned to...

Who was the first emperor of Rome?

What effect did the Roman occupation of Judea have on the empire?

Who was Hannibal?

Who ended the Roman Republic, improved Roman government, conquered Gaul, & was murdered by senators?

Which is NOT part of an accurate description of Rome's geography?

Which of the following is not a reason that the Roman Empire fell apart?

This "good" emperor gave the Senate as much power as they wanted and his rule began the Pax Romana.

This was the most famous place for chariot races in ancient Rome.

The eruption of Mt. Vesuvius buried the city of....

According to the legend, who founded Rome?

The Aeneid was an epic poem written by whom?

What continent is Rome (the city) on?

This was the first collection of written Roman laws.

Which was NOT true of Roman consuls?

The Roman Senate gave Augustus/Octavian all the power he wanted because...

Which of the following was NOT an accomplishment of the ancient Romans?

What language did the ancient Romans speak?

The Pax Romana was a period of peace in the Roman Empire that lasted around 200 years.

Ancient Rome had no impact on the modern world.

A mosaic is a piece of artwork made of tile, stone, & glass.

Why is Pompeii important?

The Colosseum was..

This architectural feature was used to bring water from mountain springs into the cities.

Who did Rome defeat during the Punic Wars?

He was a "bad" emperor who proclaimed himself a god, was insane, & appointed his horse a Consul

Ancient Rome was a civilization that had NO lasting impact on our world today.

What is the name of the society that developed in the eastern Roman Empire after the fall of Rome?

The Romans incorporated many of the gods & goddesses of __________ into the Roman Mythology.

What is the name for the domed Roman temple dedicated to all the gods of Roman Mythology?

In class, we studied three major religions & their impact on ancient Rome. Which three major religions did we study?