Ancient Rome Quiz

Where was the city of Rome founded?

• In the northern part of Italy

• On a mountain in Italy

• midpoint of the Mediterranean Sea.

• On an island in the Mediterranean Sea

Who had the power to vote and choose leaders in the Roman republic?

• Both Patricians and Plebeians

• Senators

• Plebeians

• Patricians

Which group in the Roman republic consisted of aristocratic landowners who held most of the power?

• Patricians

• Senators

• Consuls

• Plebeians

Who were the common farmers, artisans, and merchants in the Roman republic?

• Patricians

• Consuls

• Senators

• Plebeians

How many consuls were elected each year to lead the government and the army in the Roman republic?

• One

• Two

• Three

• Four

How many members were there in the Roman senate?

• 400

• 100

• 200

• 300

What were the Assemblies in the Roman republic responsible for?

• Leading the army

• Passing laws

• Choosing consuls

• Collecting taxes

What brought Rome into conflict with Carthage?

• Religious differences

• Trade

• Territorial disputes

• Language barriers

How many Punic Wars were fought between Rome and Carthage?

• Four

• Three

• Two

• One

What was the outcome of the Punic Wars for Carthage?

• Carthage became a part of the Persian Empire

• Carthage was destroyed and its people were made slaves

• Carthage destroyed Rome

• Carthage took over Rome