Chapter 10 Study Guide

What is a republic?

• A republic is a form of government in which the country is ruled by a single individual
• A republic is a form of government in which the country is considered the private concern or property of the rulers
• A republic is a form of government in which the country is considered a 'public matter', not the private concern or property of the rulers, and where offices of state are elected or appointed rather than inherited.
• A republic is a form of government in which the country is governed by a council of appointed officials

What was a plebeian?

• A commoner in ancient Rome
• A noble in ancient Rome
• A military leader in ancient Rome
• A religious figure in ancient Rome

Who was Spartacus?

• A Roman emperor who conquered Gaul
• A Greek philosopher who founded the Academy in Athens
• A Carthaginian general who crossed the Alps with elephants
• A Thracian gladiator who led a slave rebellion against the Roman Republic

What was a legion?

• A type of ancient Roman currency
• A form of Roman entertainment
• A type of Roman building
• A large unit of Roman soldiers

How many soldier comprised a legion?

• 6,000

• 100
• 10,000
• 1,000

Who was Aeneas?

• Aeneas was a Greek philosopher known for his teachings on ethics and morality
• Aeneas was a Roman emperor who ruled during the 1st century AD
• Aeneas was a famous Greek playwright who wrote tragedies and comedies
• Legendary Trojan founder of Rome

What were consuls?

• Tribal chiefs in Celtic societies
• Military commanders of the Roman Empire
• Religious leaders in ancient Greece
• The two mot powerful officials in Rome

What was the Roman Forum?

• The Roman Forum was a public square in ancient Rome.
• The Roman Forum was a type of Roman military formation
• The Roman Forum was a type of Roman currency
• The Roman Forum was a type of Roman food dish

What was a dictator in ancient Rome?

• A political leader given absolute power during times of emergency.
• A merchant responsible for trade in ancient Rome
• A religious leader in charge of Roman ceremonies
• A type of military general in the Roman army

How long did a Roman dictator rule?

• One year
• Ten years
• Three months
• Six months