Ancient Rome Quiz

What is the shape of the Italian peninsula where Rome is located?

• Circular

• Boot-shaped

• Square

• Triangular

What river runs next to Rome?

• The Nile River

• The Amazon River

• The Tiber River

• The Thames River

How did the sea and the river benefit Rome?

• They provided a defense against invasions.

• They were used for fishing and agriculture.

• They provided natural resources and means for trade.

• They were used for recreational activities.

What was the climate like in ancient Rome?

• Cold and wet

• Hot and dry with mild winters

• Humid and rainy

• Snowy and harsh

What was the terrain like in ancient Rome?

• Flat and barren

• Mountainous and forested

• Hilly and terraced

• Sandy and coastal

What crops were known to grow well in ancient Rome's soil?

• Corn and rice

• Grapes, figs, olives, and wheat

• Potatoes and carrots

• Apples and oranges

What did the ancient Romans do to adapt to their hilly environment for farming?

• They built greenhouses

• They planted trees to prevent soil erosion

• They cut terraces into the hillsides

• They irrigated the land with canals

What did the people of ancient Rome believe about their gods and goddesses?

• They were symbolic figures without power

• They were historical figures

• They had great power

• They were not important in daily life

What architectural features were first widely used by the Romans?

• Pyramids and sphinxes

• Columns and arches

• Domes and minarets

• Towers and battlements

What did the Romans invent and use in their architecture that was significant?

• Marble

• Concrete

• Steel

• Glass