Early Roman History (MobyMax)

Which were among the lasting impacts the kings of Rome had on the Romans? (4)

• They constructed temples.

• They created public buildings.

• They developed the Forum.

• They built drainage systems.

• They developed a republic.

Which statements are true about the founding of Rome? (3)

• The many resources in the area aided the success of Rome.

• Rome was built around 800 BCE along the Tiber River in the central Italian Peninsula.

• According to the legend the Romans told, Rome would not have been founded if not for a she-wolf.

• The Romans knew how their city was founded, but they created legends to make themselves seem more important.

• Historians believe twins, Romulus and Remus, founded the city of Rome.

Which culture controlled much of the land in northern Italy around 600 BCE?

• the Etruscans
• the Phoenicians
• the Greeks
• the Latins

Which of the following was NOT a way that the Etruscans influenced Rome?

• The Romans used the Etruscans’ money system.

• The Romans used the Etruscans’ farming techniques.

• The Romans used elements of Etruscan architecture, including columns and friezes, in their own architecture.

• The Romans used the Etruscans’ trading techniques.

How did the Romans adapt Greek religion for themselves? (2)

• Many of the Greek gods were added to the Roman religion and given their own Roman names.

• Many of the Roman gods were based on Greek gods.

• Many of the Roman kings claimed that they were the sons of Greek gods.

• Many of the Greek temples were torn down and rebuilt in Rome so that the Romans could worship there.

What responsibilities did Roman kings have in early Rome? (3)

• They were military leaders.

• They were priests.

• They were judges.

• They were artisans.

• They were tradesmen.

When a Roman king died...

• a new god was added to the pantheon.
• the Senate elected a new king.
• his son became the next king.
• the nation became a republic.