Exploring the Wonders of Ancient Rome

What was the purpose of the Roman Colosseum?

• A private residence for emperors

• A public marketplace

• A venue for gladiator battles and public spectacles

• A temple for Roman gods

Which form of government was Rome known for in the beginning of the Republic?

• Democracy

• Monarchy

• Oligarchy

• Republic

Who was the chief god in Roman mythology?

• Zeus

• Apollo

• Jupiter

• Mars

What is the Roman aqueduct known for?

• Transporting soldiers quickly

• Providing a sewage system

• Supplying water to cities

• Being used as bridges

What is a famous example of Roman art?

• The Mona Lisa

• The Sistine Chapel ceiling

• The Venus de Milo

• The Frescoes in the Villa of the Mysteries

What was a typical meal for a Roman citizen?

• Sushi

• Bread, olives, and wine

• Hamburger and fries

• Curry and rice

What was the Roman Senate?

• A group of soldiers

• A type of gladiator

• A legislative assembly

• A school for boys

What was the Pantheon originally built as?

• A palace

• A temple to all the gods

• A public bath

• A marketplace

Which Roman god was equivalent to the Greek god Hermes?

• Vulcan

• Mercury

• Neptune

• Bacchus

What was the main material used in Roman roads?

• Wood

• Gravel

• Concrete

• Marble