The Legacy of Rome

What group of people did the Romans borrow heavily from for art and architecture?

• The Greeks

• The Persians

• The Carthaginians

• All of the above

What is an arch?

• A large, half globe-shaped roof

• An arched structure that forms a ceiling or a roof

• A flat closed in surface

• A curved opening that holds up a structure

What bridge-like structures allowed for water to be brought into cities?

• Vaults

• Tombs

• Aqueducts

• Springs

Utilizing arches, vaults, and domes, Roman engineers were able to make massive public buildings including:

• The Colosseum

• The Hippodrome

• Hagia Sophia

• All of the above

Which of the following is a reason the Romans built 50,000 miles of paved roads?

• To improve communication throughout the empire

• To transport troops and goods more quickly across the empire

• To make travel easier

• All of the above

What is the most famous of all the Roman roads that people can still walk on today?

• The Tiber Tunnel

• The Vesuvius Valley

• The Appian Way

• The Hadrian Highway

What was the official language of the Roman Catholic Church up to the 20th century?

• English

• Latin

• Romanian

• Spanish

Which of the following languages is rooted in Latin?

• French

• Italian

• Portuguese

• All of the above

Which of the following were common/popular forms of art in the Roman Empire?

• Mosaics and sculpture

• Sculpture and painting

• Mosaics and pottery

• All of the above

Which of the following is not a principle of Stoicism?

• Individuals have an obligation to their country

• Citizens should actively participate in government

• A country should provide protection and security for its citizens

• A country should provide jobs