Roman Review

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The early success of the Roman Empire is attributed to: The Italian Peninsula's climate and geography, Rome's strong leaders, Rome's strong religious beliefs, Rome's jewels

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The Italian Peninsula's climate and geography

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The city of Rome was built on

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"Seven Hills"

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According to legend, the city of Rome was founded by

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Two men named Romulus and Remus who were raised by a wolf

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Roman nobles were called

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Patricians

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What was the least important reason for the growth of the Roman Empire? Options: Religion, Trade, Military organization, War and conquests

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Religion

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Which of the following did not apply to Roman government?
- System of checks and balances
- Sense of civic duty
- All people were equal
- Written code of laws

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All people were equal

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Rome's contributions to the world include all but the following: Techniques used to build strong bridges and roads, The building of pyramids, The idea of civic duty, The use of latin which was the Roman language.

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The building of pyramids

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This term describes a system that makes sure the different parts of the government are equally powerful and responsible to one another.

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Checks and balances

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Which Roman leader seized power from the senate and became the dictator of the entire Roman Republic?

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Julius Caesar

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The famous painting "The Last Supper" depicts

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Jesus and his Apostles