Geography of Rome

Why was the location of Rome so ideal?

• Fresh Water, Good Land
• Sea Access, Ideal Climate
• Protection
• All of the above

Which of the following is NOT one of the geographic features of Rome?

• volcano
• mountains
• rivers & seas
• desert

How many hills was Rome built upon?

• 2
• 5
• 7
• 10

Which of the following is NOT true about Romulus and Remus?

• Twins born to a princess and Roman god of war
• Raised by a she-wolf
• Became gods after winning many wars
• Romulus killed Remus and became King of Rome

Roman culture was greatly influenced by the ________________ and the ______________.

• Etruscans/Greeks
• Greeks/Latins
• Etruscans/Latins
• Gladiators/Palatines

Which best describes the climate of Ancient Rome?

• Mediterranean
• Hot, dry summers
• Mild, wet winters
• All of the above

Which mountains stretched from north to south?

• Alps
• Apennines