Ancient Rome

What were wealthy landowners called who made up Rome's ruling class? 

• Plebeians
• Patricians
• Monarchs
• Aristocrats

What commoners such as artisans shopkeepers, and owners of small farms were called 

• Aristocrats
• Patricians
• Monarchs
• Plebeians

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CCSS.RI.9-10.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

What was the name for the large, open, market in the center of town?

• Agora
• Forum
• Market
• Mercado

Who were the two main characters in the story that tells the beginnings of Rome?

• Romulus & Remus
• Zeus & Hera
• Ronulus & Roman
• Bill & Ted

What city was buried in ash when Mount Vesuvius erupted?

• Naples
• Florence
• Rome
• Pompeii

What is a gladiator?

• men who fought against one another or against large animals as a form of entertainment for others.
• a panel of ordinary people who, in many democracies, take part in cases that are brought to trial.
• a place for the public to gather to hear speeches, shop, worship at temples, and mingle with friends.
• a form of government in which people elect leaders, called representatives, to stand in for them.

A structure that carries water over long distances

• colosseum
• dome
• aqueduct
• arch

What type of art is ancient Rome famous for?

• pottery
• cursive
• paintings
• mosaics

Which river runs through Rome?

• Po
• Tiber
• Tigris