The Rise and Fall of the Roman Empire

The Rise and Fall of the Roman Empire

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10th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What conclusion could be drawn from the statement: Roman women could own property and make wills leaving their property to whomever they chose?

Back

Roman women enjoyed some legal rights.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which ancient civilization is most closely associated with the Twelve Tables, an extensive road system, the invention of concrete, and the spread of Christianity?

Back

Roman

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

A place where people would gather to view different forms of entertainment.

Back

Colosseum

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

The two hundred year period of peace that took place during the reign of Augustus Cesar is known as

Back

Pax Romana

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which religion began 2,000 years ago and was based on the teachings of a Jew born in Bethlehem who preached forgiveness, mercy and sympathy for the poor and helpless?

Back

Christianity

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which of the following best describes the meaning of a schism?

Back

a spilt within the Catholic church

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Alexander the Great was a student of which philosopher?

Back

Aristotle

8.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

The Twelve Tables of Rome flourished because it strongly supported the "rule of law." Who did the Twelve Tables protect?

Back

plebeians