The Rise of Rome

Multiple Choice

What geographical features contributed to Rome's development as a central city in the western world?

• Rivers, Hill, Fertile Soil

• Deserts, Mountains, Plains

• Forests, Swamps, Valleys

• Islands, Lakes, Canyons

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Which three groups of people founded Rome?

• The Latin People

• The Etruscans

• Greeks

• The Celts

Multiple Choice

What were the primary occupations of the Latin people?

• Farmers

• Shepherds

• Merchants

• Warriors

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Why did the Romans overthrow the Etruscans?

• The Etruscan kings were cruel and abusing their power.
• The Romans were out of control and wanted all the power in Italy.
• The Peloponnesian War had left the city-state weak. 
• Julius Caesar planned to become a dictator. 

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What contributions did the Greeks make to the Romans regarding agriculture?

• They taught them how to grow wheat

• They taught them how to grow grapes and olives

• They taught them how to grow corn

• They taught them how to grow rice

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What are the main differences between Patricians and Plebeians in the context of the New Republic?

• Patricians were common farmers, Plebeians were aristocratic landowners

• Patricians held most of the power, Plebeians were barred from holding office

• Patricians made up the majority of the population, Plebeians were wealthy

• Patricians had the right to vote, Plebeians did not

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What were the main reasons for the conflict between Patricians and Plebeians?

• Plebeians wanted more rights

• Patricians wanted to maintain power

• Plebeians formed assemblies

• All of the above

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If two consuls are elected, one Patrician and one Plebeian, this best describes which of the following:

• checks and balances

• separation of power

• the composition of the Senate

• a presidential cabinet

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What were the limitations placed on Consul members regarding their terms in office?

• Could serve unlimited terms

• Could serve only one term

• Could serve two terms after 10 years

• Could serve two terms until after 10 years

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What were the main functions of the Senate as described in the image?

• Passed laws

• Conducted elections

• Managed foreign affairs

• Oversaw military operations

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Which best describes the purpose of a system of “checks and balances”?

• All merchants will have an equal opportunity to trade.

• Laws will be written fairly for everyone.

• The military will be paid for their service.

• No one branch of the government will become stronger than another.

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What are the main differences between the executive branches of the Roman Republic and the USA?

• Two Consuls vs. President

• Senate size

• Judicial appointments

• Legal codes

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What were the key factors for the rise to greatness of the Roman Army?

• Large military units

• Cavalry support

• Fighting skills and military organization

• Use of advanced technology

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What were the main outcomes of the Punic Wars between Rome and Carthage?

• Carthage gained control over Sicily

• Rome was completely destroyed

• Carthage was completely destroyed

• Hannibal helped Rome defeat Carthage

Multiple Choice

What were the main territories involved in the Punic Wars as shown on the map?

• Sicily

• Carthage

• Rome

• Greece

Multiple Choice

Which regions did Rome conquer?

• Greece

• Macedonia

• Spain

• Parts of modern day Turkey