Ancient Rome

Multiple Choice

What type of government did Rome establish after transitioning from a monarchy?

• democracy
  

• republic
  

• oligarchy
  

• theocracy

Multiple Choice

Which ancient civilization influenced Roman architecture and religion?

• Egyptians

• Greeks
  

• Etruscans

• Persians

Multiple Choice

What was one of the main purposes of Roman roads?

• Decoration

• Military control and trade

• Farming

• Religious ceremonies

Multiple Choice

What major religion began in the Roman Empire?

• Islam

• Hinduism

• Christianity

• Buddhism

Multiple Choice

Which of the following was NOT a Roman achievement?

• Aqueducts

• The Parthenon

• Concrete

• Roads

Multiple Choice

Roman law had no influence on modern legal systems.

• True

• False

Multiple Choice

Slaves in Rome had the same rights as wealthy citizens.

• True

• False

Multiple Choice

The fall of the Western Roman Empire was caused in part by economic troubles and civil wars.

• True

• False

Multiple Choice

Christianity spread quickly throughout the Roman Empire despite early persecution.

• True

• False

Multiple Choice

The Roman Republic allowed all people to vote, regardless of their social class.

• True

• False

Fill in the Blanks

Open Ended

How did Roman roads help maintain control over the empire?

Open Ended

What was the significance of Matthew 22:21 in relation to Roman rule?

Open Ended

What were some of the causes of the fall of the Western Roman Empire?

Open Ended

Describe one difference between the lives of wealthy Romans and slaves.