Ancient Rome

Front

A form of government in which citizens elect their leaders

Back

republic

Answer explanation

A republic is a form of government where citizens elect their leaders, distinguishing it from other systems like monarchies or dictatorships. Thus, the correct answer is 'republic'.

Front

Worshiping or believing in more than one god.

Back

Polytheism

Answer explanation

The term for worshiping or believing in more than one god is polytheism. Monotheism refers to the belief in a single god, making polytheism the correct choice for this definition.

Front

The supreme governing body of Ancient Rome was called...

Back

The Senate

Answer explanation

The supreme governing body of Ancient Rome was the Senate, which played a crucial role in legislative and political matters, unlike the Tribune and Consul, which had different functions.

Front

a member of the highest social class in ancient Rome

Back

patrician

Answer explanation

In ancient Rome, the patricians were members of the highest social class, distinguished from the plebeians, who were the common people. While emperors held power, the term specifically refers to the elite class, making 'patrician' the correct answer.

Front

a common person in ancient Rome

Back

plebeian

Answer explanation

In ancient Rome, a common person was known as a plebeian. They were the general populace, distinct from the patricians (aristocrats) and emperors (rulers). Slaves were not considered common citizens, making plebeian the correct choice.

Front

What country is labeled as number 7?

Back

Italy

Answer explanation

Italy is labeled as number 7, making it the correct choice among the options provided. The other countries listed do not correspond to this label.

Front

Who was NOT in the First Triumvirate? Options: Caesar, Mark Antony, Crassus, Pompey

Back

Mark Antony

Answer explanation

Mark Antony was not part of the First Triumvirate, which included Julius Caesar, Crassus, and Pompey. The Triumvirate was formed in 60 BC, while Antony rose to prominence later.

Front

Why did the Senate not like Julius Caesar?

Back

He was getting too popular and powerful

Answer explanation

The Senate disliked Julius Caesar because he was getting too popular and powerful, which threatened their authority and influence in the Roman Republic.

Front

What did Caesar do to officially declare war on Rome?

Back

Crossed the Rubicon

Answer explanation

Caesar officially declared war on Rome by crossing the Rubicon River in 49 BC, which was a direct act of defiance against the Senate and marked the start of a civil war.

Front

Who was the first emperor of Rome?

Back

Octavian

Answer explanation

Octavian, later known as Augustus, was the first emperor of Rome, establishing the Roman Empire after defeating Mark Antony and Cleopatra. Julius Caesar was a dictator but never held the title of emperor.