Ancient Rome quiz 1

A wealthy, upperclass person in the Ancient Roman Republic

• patrician

• plebian

• counsul

• dictator

A structure that carries water over long distances

• colosseum
• dome
• aqueduct
• arch

An ordinary citizen in the ancient Roman Republic

• patrician
• plebian
• counsul
• mercenary

A modern soccer stadium is similar to which Roman accomplishment?

• Pont du Gard
• The Colosseum
• Basilica of Constantine
• The Pantheon

Which group most heavily influenced Roman art and architecture?

• Babylonians
• Greeks
• Egyptians
• Persians

Why did the Romans create the republic?

• So they would not have a king in control.
• To defend themselves.
• So that every person could be a citizen.
• So that judges could make laws.

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

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

Which of the following would you NOT see during a day at the Roman circus?

• Clowns squeezing into a tiny chariot
• Gladiator fights
• Bread given to all people
• Wild animals from other nations

Within the Roman Republic, this group had the most influence and wealth.

• plebians

• senate

• patricians

• assemblies

A government ruled by a body of officials who citizens elect to represent them is called what?

• Republic

• Empire

• Oligarchy

• Dictatorship