Ancient Rome Quiz

What geographical feature separated Italy from the rest of Europe?

• Alps

• Apennines

• Tiber River

• Mediterranean Sea

Who were the legendary founders of Rome?

• Zeus and Hera

• Romulus and Remus

• Mars and Venus

• Hercules and Achilles

What role did the she-wolf play in the legend of Rome's founding?

• She raised Romulus and Remus

• She killed the twins

• She guided the twins to safety

• She fought alongside the twins in battle

What was the Roman Forum?

• A military training ground

• A marketplace

• The center of Rome's government, religion, and economy

• A sports arena

Which geographical factor helped Rome grow and prosper?

• Volcanoes

• Desert

• Dense forests

• Mountains

What form of government did Rome have before becoming a republic?

• Democracy

• Monarchy

• Oligarchy

• Anarchy

Who were the Roman kings advised by?

• The senate

• The plebeians

• The patricians

• The magistrates

When was the Roman Republic established?

• 509 B.C.

• 800 B.C.

• 300 B.C.

• 100 B.C.

What does "republic" mean?

• Divine rule

• Rule by the people

• Rule by the military

• Rule by the aristocrats

What role did tribunes of the plebs play in the Roman government?

• They advised the senate

• They served as judges

• They protected the interests of the common people

• They were military commanders