Ancient Greek and Roman Civilizations Quiz

What is the most famous example of Roman architecture? Hint: It was used like a stadium for entertainment and sporting events.

• Colosseum

• Pantheon

• Parthenon

• Eiffel Tower

Which Greek was a biologist, philosopher, and tutor?

• Socrates

• Plato

• Aristotle

• Confucius

Who was the first Roman Emperor?

• Julius Caesar

• Nero

• Augustus

• Constantine

Which city-state was known for its democracy, education and philosophy?

• Cairo

• Sparta

• Rome

• Athens

What type of government did the Romans have after having kings, but before having an empire?

• Dictatorship

• Anarchy

• Republican

• Monarchy

Which of the following is an accomplishment that Augustus made to the Roman empire?

• He created larger ships for use in trade and travel.

• He improved and increased the amounts of roads.

• He built the Parthenon.

• He got rid of Caesar.

How did the Greeks get much of their food?

• They had colonies that provided them with food.

• They grew plenty of food for themselves.

• They traded with other lands nearby.

• They bought the food at the grocery store.

Which Greek city-state was known for its military strength and discipline?

• Sparta

• Corinth

• Thebes

• Athens

What is the landscape and climate of both Rome and Greece like?

• They are flat with wide, open meadows. It's hot most of the time.

• They are mountainous with a mild climate.

• They have lots of mountains and it's very cold and dry all year.

• There are rainforests with a hot, humid climtae.

What is the downtown market place of Greek city-states called?

• Agora

• Gorin

• Polis

• Metropolis