U1L3 The Legacy of the Roman Empire

Which of the following methods was commonly used to choose a new Roman emperor?

• A. Selection by philosophers

• B. Fighting among private armies

• C. Secret ballot by the Senate

• D. Voice vote by Roman citizens

In the later empire, why did large numbers of Roman farmers move to the cities?

• A. They were able to sell more food by moving closer to the markets.

• B. They knew jobs were available for all who wanted to work.

• C. They were unable to compete with large landowners who enslaved people.

• D. They felt that cities were safer and more secure.

Which of these made the empire harder to defend as it grew?

• A. Slow communication

• B. Diminishing resources

• C. Variety of conflicting laws

• D. Revolts by prosperous colonies

What protected the borders of the Roman Empire?

• A. Treaties

• B. Soldiers

• C. Wild lions

• D. Wood fences

Whose action reduced the importance of the city of Rome within the Roman Empire?

• A. Caesar Augustus

• B. the Praetorian Guard

• C. Constantine

• D. Marcus Aurelius

What event marked the fall of Rome in 476 C.E.?

• A. The eastern half of the empire won control over the western half.

• B. Workers in the cities demanded a voice in government.

• C. Wealthy families turned their estates into private kingdoms.

• D. Germanic tribes overthrew the last emperor in the west.

What type of Roman sculpture inspired some American artists?

• A. Lifelike statues of famous people

• B. Abstract statues of fanciful beasts

• C. Large statues of horses in action

• D. Humorous statues of children playing

Which term describes Roman artwork made from small pieces of tile, glass, or colored stone?

• A. cameo

• B. fresco

• C. mosaic

• D. mural

The Romans built aqueducts to carry

• A. armies.

• B. merchants.

• C. ships.

• D. water.

Which engineering feat connected the city of Rome with territories throughout the empire?

• A. Canals

• B. Roads

• C. Ships

• D. Runners