On which river was the city of Ancient Rome built?

• The Tigris River

• The Tiber River

• The Nile River

• The Amazon River

Which famous brothers are the legendary founders of Rome?

• Romulus and Remus

• Remus and Venus

• Romulus and Julius

• Fred and George

What brought an end to the monarchy which governed early Rome?

• High Inflation caused unemployment and the people rebelled.

• Invaders from the North killed the king & took over the city of Rome. They formed their own Empire.

• The last king of Rome was cruel and was overthrown by a group of Roman Nobles. They formed a new government called a Republic.

What is the definition of a "Republic?"

• a system of government where the people elect leaders to positions of power.

• A system of government where one person gains power through military take over.

• A system of government in which only wealthy members of the upper class have power

What is the name of the two main social classes in Rome?

• Upper and Middle Class

• Politicians and Plebeians

• Working Party and Wealthy Party

• Patricians and Plebeians

Which branch of the Roman Republic is defined as the council of wealthy and powerful Romans who advise the city leaders?

• The Senate

• The Assembly

• The Consul

The Consul was the head magistrate in the Roman Republic. How long could a person hold this office?

• One Year

• 3 Years

• For Life

Julius Caesar declared himself to what position in an attempt to fix the problems of the corrupt Roman Republic?

• Dictator for Life

• Supreme and Powerful Ruler

• Military General

• King of Rome

Who killed Julius Caesar?

• Members of the Roman Senate

• An opposing military leader

• A hired assassin

• His own son

Who was the first true emperor of Rome?

• Nero

• Augustus

• Diocletian

• Constantine