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1
Why did Rome create a system of checks and balances?
to prevent invaders from taking over
to keep military in line.
to defend people from being abused by government
to prevent one group from getting too much power
2
What was the purpose of tribunes, assesmblies, and consuls in the Roman Republic?
to decide major punishments
to serve as spiritual leaders
to control military
to represent various groups
3
The modern English alphabet has roots in which ancient language?
Greek
Latin
Spanish
Mandarin
4
Which ancient civilization influenced Roman mythology, architecture, and government?
China
India
Egypt
Greece
5
How was the Roman Republic similar to the United States government?
both had one group responsible for laws
both elected presidents to run the nation
both developed systems of checks and balances
both expected the common people to participate
6
Romans built and extensive road system. Which purpose was the road system most likely used for?
moving troops
exporting pottery
spreading religion
importing silk
7
Ancient Romans developed a tradtion of "bread & circuses." This tradition was most likely created to?
promote democratic ideas
keep society peaceful
provide farm jobs
train performing artists
8
Which of the following is NOT an impact of Rome on the modern world?
Latin
Republican Government
Astrolabe
Arch
9
Both Greece and Rome had monotheistic religions
False
True
10
Augustus Caesar started the Pax Romana. What was significant about this era?
Rome continued to be at war
Rome gave voting rights to everyone under its control
Rome decreased in size and wealth
the empire experienced a time of peace and prosperity
11
Who was the first emperor of Rome?
Diocletian
Augustus
Constantine
Julius C
12
Rome was able to expand their territory in all directions because of the Mediterranean Sea?
False
True
13
Which statement describes the possible reason for Caesar's murder?
Involved the Roman army in costly wars
Gained too much power too quickly
raised taxes on the poor and slave classes
Created laws that were unfair for the people
14
What impact did aqueducts have on Ancient Rome?
they allowed travelers to cross wide rivers
they provided cities with water from distant sources
they provided citizens with places for entertainment
they allowed armies to conquer faraway enemies
15
In which area did Rome make the largest contribution to the world?
law
poetry
economics
drama
16
The Empire was the first type of government in Rome?
False
True
17
Which geographical feature contributed most to Rome's ability to conduct trade?
Major River
Mild Climate
Fertile plains
Mountains
18
Which statement about the government of the Roman Republic is true?
it had separation of powers
it was a dictatorship
it was a monarchy
it had a federal system
19
The reason Rome fell was for these two reasons?
achievements and social
social and economic
economic and political
political and social
20
Which of the following is a reason why the Fall of the Roman Empire occurred?
natural disasters
civil war
democratic reforms
barbarian invasions
