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1
Which individual best completes the graphic?
Crassus
Pompey
Augustus Caesar
Julius Caesar
2
All are causes of the decline of the Western Roman Empire
except
–
High prices and heavier taxes impacted the economy
A lack of discipline grew with added mercenaries in the army
The empire had grown too large to defend and rule
Family remained the basic unit of Roman society
3
The main effect of the events on this timeline was the -- ?
conquest of Carthage
invasion of Gaul
establishment of an assembly
creation of an empire
4
After the First Punic War,
Rome controlled the Mediterranean, and wealth and trade expanded.
The Carthaginians had to accept humiliating peace terms that left them weak
Rome leveled Carthage to the ground.
Hannibal defeated Rome.
5
Which of these correctly describes the impact of the Church in the Late Roman Empire?
The Emperor Constantine persecuted Christians
The Church became a divisive force across Europe
Christianity remained a focus of persecution
The Church became a source of moral authority
6
This picture is an example of how Greek mythology--
influenced symbols, art literature,and architecture in Western civilization
based on polytheistic religion integral to culture, politics, art in Greece
offered explanations of natural phenomena, human qualities, and life events
clearly defined roles for men, women, and enslaved in ancient Greek society
7
This passage, in which Jesus expressed many of the values representative of his faith, is from the —
New Testament
Ten Commandments
Eightfold Path
Five Pillars
8
After the Peloponnesian Wars--
Greece controlled the Aegean Sea.
Athens had a “Golden Age.”
Greece declined.
Persia invaded.
9
Which of the following is not a cause of the decline of the Roman Republic?
Civil wars
Inflation
Rise of the Christian religion
Increase and the spread of slavery to farming areas
10
Which city was an obstacle to early Rome’s control of the Mediterranean region?
Carthage
Corinth
Athens
Alexandria
11
Winning the Persian Wars gave Greece control of this area.
1
2
4
3
12
The man who preached Christianity throughout the Roman Empire was--
Ptolemy
Virgil
Paul
Constantine
13
Hippocrates made important contributions in what field of study?
Architecture
Medicine
Philosophy
Poetry
14
Which civilization influenced the architecture in this picture?
Islamic
Russian
Greek
Byzantine
15
Which number on the map marks the location of this building?
1
2
3
4
16
Aeschylus and Sophocles were known for their contributions in--
writing plays
math
philosophy
writing poetry
17
The Romans cared for the health of their citizens by providing--
political meetings in the Forum
roads for walking
plenty of clean water
entertainment to relax
18
Who wrote this epic poem?
Virgil
Homer
Aeschylus
Hippocrates
19
The lasting impact of Alexander the Great and the Hellenistic Period was the –
building of the city of Athens
rebuilding of the Persian Empire
spread of Greek culture
independence of the Greek city-states
20
The Earth-centered model of the universe was from--
Paul
Constantine
Ptolemy
Virgil
21
All are impacts made by the Church of Rome in the late
Roman Empire
except
–
stressed loyalty to the Emperor
unified Western Europe
Christianity became the official state religion
became a source for moral authority
22
Which of the following is NOT a Roman god?
Diana
Athena
Venus
Jupiter
23
How did Rome’s military conquests affect the economic and social structures of the Roman Republic?
Trade routes fell into disuse throughout the Republic.
The Republic adopted a monotheistic religion.
Soldiers deserted to join enemy armies attacking Rome.
Slavery became important to Rome’s agricultural production.
24
The Greek artist responsible for this work of art from the Parthenon's pediment.
Phidias
Socrates
Pericles
Sophocles
25
The Romans improved trade, military, communication by using--
Romance languages
arches
roads
mythology
26
Which of the following were Roman gods or goddesses?
Jupiter and Venus
Athena and Hera
Zeus and Hades
Poseidon and Artemis
27
This timeline describes the life of --
Julius Caesar
Augustus Caesar
Marc Antony
Marcus Aurelius
28
Which list places these events in the correct chronological order?
1, 2, 4, 3
4, 3, 1, 2
2, 4, 3, 1
3, 1, 2, 4,
29
What was a significant contribution of ancient Roman law that impacts the United States today?
People had to adopt Christianity before pleading at a trial.
Taxes have to be paid in full before a trial could occur.
Innocent until proven guilty.
Decisions should be based on social class.
30
Which emperor converted to Christianity and made it legal for the citizens of the Roman Empire to convert as well?
Constantine
Theodosius
Julius Caesar
Augustus Caesar
31
Which accomplishment is associated with Alexander the Great?
Defeat of the Chinese army in Asia
Destruction of the Athenian navy battle
The spread of Greek culture throughout the empire
The introduction of Christianity to the east
32
The Romans built the Colosseum for the purpose of -
entertainment
communication
worshiping the gods
political activities
33
What was a result of the Peloponnesian War?
Athens conquered new lands.
The Greeks began to rebuild the Parthenon.
Greece began to decline.
Greece prospered more than ever.
34
Which mathematician developed a theory to solve the problem shown below?
Hippocrates
Archimedes
Pythagoras
Phidias
35
Which person was responsible for the reconstruction of this structure after the Persian Wars?
Phidias
Pericles
Archimedes
Aeschylus
36
The Macedonian conquest of Greece followed --
the weakening of Greek defenses during the Peloponnesian War.
the wars between Greece and Persia.
the Golden Age of Athens.
Alexander’s conquest of the Persian Empire.
37
According to the speech given by Pericles above, who would he most likely choose for government positions?
Educated women
Devoted citizens
Military leaders
Wealthy men
38
“Achilles tendon” and “Trojan horse” have their origins in Greek--
government
mythology
economics
geography
39
The size of the Roman Empire, lack of discipline in the army and cost of defense had no impact on the Roman Empire.
False
True
40
In the Persian Wars, which city-states united against the Persian Empire?
Athens and Sparta
Athens and Sardis
Sparta and Ephesus
Athens and Troy
41
Rome conquered all of Greece in 146 B. C. Which is true?
Romans adopted Gr. religion but rejected all other elements of Gr. culture
Romans loved Greek culture and adopted everything Greek into their culture.
Greek culture still existed in the lands Alexander had conquered.
Greek culture disappeared.
42
Devaluation of currency during the Republic led to inflation because -
trade goods were more expensive at the end of the Republic.
everyone used the same currency.
the coins became less valuable.
wars over Caesar’s power disrupted the supply chain.
43
What major religion is described in the list?
Christianity
Hinduism
Judaism
Islam
44
Homer made important contributions in the area of --
medicine
sculpture
poetry
philosophy
45
Which Greek would have made the quote above?
Pericles
Herodotus
Archimedes
Sophocles
46
In this quotation, Pericles describes Athenian society as valuing-
religious freedom
economic opportunity
military discipline
civic responsibility
47
The plan to divide the Roman Empire into two parts led
eventually to –
the expansion of Athens
a new capital city in Byzantium
the defeat of the Germanic people
the army invading Gaul
48
What is the best title for the list?
Types of Greek Columns
Types of Roman arches
Types of Incan Roads
Types of Egyptian Pyramids
49
Which of these best describes the role of the apostle Paul in spreading Christianity?
He traveled throughout the Roman Empire, converting people to Christianity.
He convinced the Roman emperor to legalize Christianity.
He established the first Christian church in Rome.
He became the first Christian emperor of Rome.
50
The Republic form of government was in danger at the end of the Punic Wars because
the Republic had grown too large to govern.
constant slave revolts threatened the government.
generals from the wars tried to take over the government.
there was not enough food to feed all the citizens.
51
Which series of wars is best described by this list?
Trojan War
Persian Wars
Peloponnesian War
Punic Wars
52
During Greece’s “Golden Age,” Pericles--
died and was honored with a funeral oration.
built up the Athenian navy in case the Persians attacked again.
rebuilt the Parthenon.
created Athenian democracy.
53
How did this new form of technology impact ancient Rome?
Provided clean water to public baths and water systems in the empire
Provided a central location for spectators to observe the gladiators
Provided a place for citizens to trade and meet with people for business
Provided a place for Romans to worship all of the pagan gods of the empire
54
After the Persian Wars:
The Roman Empire spread from Europe to Africa
Greece became a monarchy
Persia became the dominant empire in the region
Greek city-states formed an alliance called the Delian League
55
These statements describe characteristics of the early --
Christians
Muslims
Zoroastrians
Buddhists
56
Which principle of Roman law shown in the text box best influenced Western civilization?
People are innocent until proven guilty
People must pay their debt
The accused had to show up to court
The right of fathers over the family
57
The spread of slavery in the agricultural system led to -
war with Carthage
civil war over the power of Caesar
unemployment and migration of small farmers into the cities
the devaluation of the currency
58
Emperor Constantine influenced the traditions of Western civilization by --
sending Roman soldiers to the Middle East
codifying Roman law in the Middle East
legalizing Christianity within the Roman Empire
unifying Europe by founding the Holy Roman Empire
59
The capital of the Roman Empire was moved east by which emperor?
Justinian
Theodora
Diocletian
Constantine
60
Which of the following belongs in the shaded part of the diagram?
Scientist
Mathematicians
Philosophers
Historians
61
After the Persian Wars--
Persia controlled Greece.
Sparta controlled Greece.
Greece controlled the Aegean Sea.
Persia fell from power.
62
In 1963, Project Mercury was the U.S.'s first man-in-space program. The name chosen for the project is evidence of the-
impact of Roman mythology on western civilization.
similarity between the abilities of the Roman gods and U.S. space program.
continuing influence of Rome in the Mediterranean.
knowledge of mythology the early astronauts had.
63
Identify the causes of the decline of the Roman Republic.
Trade and wealth expanded in the Roman Empire
Civil war over the power of Julius Caesar
Spread of slavery in the agricultural system
Devaluation of Roman currency
Hannibal invaded the Italian Peninsula
Migration of small farmers into cities
64
Sparta and Athens united --
during the Persian Wars
during the Golden Age
during the Peloponnesian Wars
at the end of the Peloponnesian War
