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1
What does the Latin term "Pax Romana" mean?
Roman Power
Roman Police
Roman Peace
2
Which term desribes the original religion of Ancient Rome?
monotheistic
atheist
polytheistic
3
How did Alexander the Great increase the size of Hellenic Empire?
through military conquests
through religion
through trade
4
How did the rise of Alexander the Great impact much of the Middle East?
Greek culture was spread throughout the region.
Monotheistic religion was spread throughout the region.
An era of peace and prosperity spread throughout the region.
5
Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle made contributions to what area of Greek culture?
literature
philosophy
architecture
6
Why was Julius Caesar assassinated?
His death was a punishment for his military failures.
His ememies feared he would declare himself the King of Rome.
He was disliked by other cultures as Rome expanded.
7
Which Greek city-state was known for its superior military?
Corinth
Athens
Sparta
8
If a person is demonstrating the teaching method developed by Socrates, which strategy is being used?
asking questions
telling stories
memorization of content
9
Which area was the source of mythology that Roman gods and goddesses were based upon?
Egypt
Greece
China
10
What 2 genres of theatre were used in Ancient Greece to convey Greek ideas and values?
comedy and tragedy
drama and music
humor and romance
11
Why did Constantinople become the MOST significant city Europe?
It slowed the Germanic invasion of the Roman Empire.
It became the center of Jewish studies.
It was named the capital of the Roman Empire.
12
Which civilization had the largest influence on Roman art and literature?
Greece
Egypt
Macedonia
13
Which person is MOST closely related to Rome's transition from republic to an empire?
Socrates
Pythagoras
Julius Caeser
14
Which statement BEST describes the lasting impact of Emperor Constantine on the Roman Empire?
He legalized Christianity in Ancient Rome.
He allowed women the right to vote.
He had the Colosseum constructed.
15
Which statement about the decline of the Roman Empire is most accurate?
The decline took place over centuries & was caused by multiple factors.
The declined happend quickly when Rome was attacked by several invaders.
The decline happend slowly & all contributions of the Empire were lost.
16
What conclusion can be made about the connection between Greek and Roman gods & goddesses?
They fought for power over the people of Greece & Rome.
Both regularly punished the people on Earth.
They shared similar roles in societies, but had different names.
17
The Greek city-state of Athens is best known for creating what type of government?
empire
democracy
dictatorship
18
What was the cultural significance of the mythical figures, Romulus and Remus?
They created an alliance between Egypt and Rome.
They were the founders of Rome.
They created Judaism.
19
The government of Sparta's city-state can be best described as . . .
All the above.
Military forces were led by 2 kings.
Laws were proposed by a council of powerful aristocrats.
5 wealthy magistrates supported the kings.
20
Below is an ancient aqueduct. Which technological advancement during the Roman Empire helped create tall structures?
brick
column
arch
21
Why did Julius Caesar created the First Triumvirate?
to weaken the senate
to end Roman expansion
to weaken the military
22
Which term identifies the stories and tales through which many Greek values and beliefs were shared?
history
philosophy
mythology
23
Caesar Augustus started the era Pax Romana. What was significant about this time period.
The Roman Empire decreased in size and wealth.
The Roman Empire gave voting rights to everyone under its control.
The Roman Empire experienced a time of peace and prosperity.
24
Which statement BEST describes the differences in the cultures & goals of people living in Athens & Sparta?
Athens had a strong military/Sparta created democracy
Athens focus on education/Sparta focused on powerful warriors
Athens discovered new lands/Sparta worked on curing diseases
25
How were ancient Greek and Roman religions similar to most other ancient religions throughout the world?
They orginated in Asia.
They were polytheistic.
They were monotheistic.
26
The Ancient Greeks had great accomplishments in which areas?
architecture and theater
science and civics
medicine and astronomy
27
Why did the Roman Empire develop aqueducts?
to increase trade
to make transportation easier
to transport fresh water to cities
28
In Ancient Rome, what was the name of the 2 people elected by the Sanate to serve for a one year term?
Representatives
Consuls
Senators
29
The United States government was MOST influenced by the government of what ancient civilization?
Mesopotamia
Athens
Egypt
30
What was one purpose of the Olympic Games in Ancient Greece?
to standardize all laws within the city-states
to promote peace between city-states
to spread democracy
