How did plebeians first gain power in the Roman Republic?

by refusing to fight in the army

According to Christian belief, what happens to Christians when they die?

They join God in heaven for eternity.

What the part of the Christian Trinity?

the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit

What was the Roman system of checks and balances designed to do?

keep one person or group from gaining too much power

What was the main role of the Senate?

controlled finances and foreign policy

What was the Roman Republic's system of checks and balances designed to do?

prevent anyone from getting too powerful

Why was Caesar popular with the poor people of the Republic?

He created new jobs for the poor.

What event marks the official end of the Western Roman Empire?

Odoacer overthrew the emperor and seized control of Rome.

Why was Caesar murdered by Senators Brutus and Cassius?

They believed Caesar was too powerful.

What were Rome and Carthage fighting over in the Punic Wars?

control of the Mediterranean region

What did the "Five Good Emperors" have in common?

They improved the lives of the poor.

According to historians, when did the Roman Empire officially begin?

When Augustus Caesar became emperor.

What was the role of the dictator before Julius Caesar in early Roman society?

to lead the republic in a time of crisis

Which statement reflects a central teaching of Jesus?

"Love your neighbor as yourself."

Why did Roman leaders offer poor citizens "bread and circuses"?

to prevent a plebeian rebellion

What is one way Rome built a strong, loyal army?

by using very strict discipline

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Unit 9 - Ancient Rome Review

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1
How did plebeians first gain power in the Roman Republic?
by providing the Senate protection
by allying with wealthy Roman families
by refusing to fight in the army
by leading a rebellion against the Senate
2
According to Christian belief, what happens to Christians when they die?
The return to Earth to live a better life.
The serve people as guardian angels.
They join God in heaven for eternity.
That is the end of their existence.
3
What the part of the Christian Trinity?
Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John
the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit
the apostles
patriarchs, bishops, and priests
4
What was the Roman system of checks and balances designed to do?
give people with the most government experience the most power
keep one person or group from gaining too much power
give all citizens an equal voice in government decisions
keep the lower-class citizens from gaining too much power
5
What was the main role of the Senate?
interpreted laws and decided punishments
created and enforced laws
commanded the armed forces
controlled finances and foreign policy
6
According to a traditional legend, who founded the city of Rome?
Julius Caesar
Aristotle and Plato
Romulus and Remus
Helen of Troy
7
Rome is located along what river which helped protect them from pirate raids?
Tigris
Euphrates
Tiber
Nile
8
What was the Roman Republic's system of checks and balances designed to do?
prevent anyone from getting too powerful
make sure people were elected fairly
create and pass laws more quickly
ensure the fair treatment of all
9
What were Rome's first known written laws called?
Constitution
Senate
Twelve Tables
Hammurabi's Code
10
Why was Caesar popular with the poor people of the Republic?
He created new jobs for the poor.
He freed enslaved people.
He fought corrupt politicians.
He took land from the wealthy.
11
When he became emperor, Octavian took what name?
Antony
King
Augustus
He kept his name
12
What event marks the official end of the Western Roman Empire?
Odoacer overthrew the emperor and seized control of Rome.
Theodosius divided Roman territory into eastern and western empires.
The Vandals robbed and burned much of Rome.
The Visigoths attacked Rome and killed the emperor.
13
What was the primary role of the apostles?
to advise the Roman emperor
to spread the message of Jesus
to maintain Judaism under Roman rule
to interpret Jesus's teachings
14
Which of the following was an effect of Pax Romana?
Architecture crumbled.
The economy declined.
The arts and agriculture were non-existent.
Travel and trade flourished.
15
What language of the Romans is the basis for Italian, French, and Spanish?
English
Latin
Greek
Hieroglyphics
16
Which of the following was a reason for growing problems in Rome after the Pax Romana?
A stable government
Etruscan kings ruling society
fighting between Tiberius and Julius Caesar
invasion from foreign groups
17
Why was Caesar murdered by Senators Brutus and Cassius?
They believed Caesar was too powerful.
The disagreed with Caesar's reforms.
The believed Caesar was a traitor.
The thought Caesar was too popular.
18
What were Rome and Carthage fighting over in the Punic Wars?
the rights of conquered people
control of the Byzantine Empire
fertile lands in Italy and Gaul
control of the Mediterranean region
19
What did the "Five Good Emperors" have in common?
They improved the lives of the poor.
They were from the same family.
The expanded the rights of women.
The expanded the Roman Empire.
20
According to historians, when did the Roman Empire officially begin?
When Julius Caesar became dictator.
When Diocletian split the empire.
When Marcus Aurelius became emperor.
When Augustus Caesar became emperor.
21
What was the role of the dictator before Julius Caesar in early Roman society?
to advise the patrician consuls
to oversee the plebeian tribunals
to judge in conflicts within the senate
to lead the republic in a time of crisis
22
Which statement reflects a central teaching of Jesus?
"Heaven is for those who have never sinned."
"Love your neighbor as yourself."
"My teachings are only for a few people."
"The Roman Empire must end."
23
Why did Roman leaders offer poor citizens "bread and circuses"?
to get rid of food surplus
to prevent a patrician rebellion
to prevent a plebeian rebellion
to educate the plebeians
24
What is one way Rome built a strong, loyal army?
by hiring foreign soldiers
by using very strict discipline
by paying soldiers well
by giving soldiers land
25
What religion did Constantine make legal in the Roman Empire?
Buddhism
Hinduism
Judaism
Christianity

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