TCI Lesson 16

What is the main idea of TCi Lesson 16?

• The importance of understanding different cultures

• The history of the Roman Empire

• The process of photosynthesis

• The significance of technological advancements in society

Which vocabulary word from TCi Lesson 16 means "a person who is sent on a mission to represent another"?

• Ambassador

• Gladiator

• Senator

• Centurion

What can be inferred about the Roman Empire's military from TCi Lesson 16?

• It was relatively small and ineffective.

• It played a minor role in the empire's expansion.

• It was highly disciplined and crucial to Rome's expansion.

• It was made up entirely of mercenaries.

According to TCi Lesson 16, how did the Roman Empire contribute to the spread of culture?

• By enforcing Roman citizenship on all conquered peoples

• Through the establishment of trade routes

• By building infrastructure such as roads and aqueducts

• Through military conquests only

What evidence from TCi Lesson 16 supports the idea that the Roman Empire had a significant impact on modern legal systems?

• The creation of the Roman alphabet

• The construction of the Colosseum

• The development of Roman law and the concept of citizenship

• The use of Latin in scientific naming

Which of the following best describes the role of the Senate in the Roman Empire, according to TCi Lesson 16?

• It served as the primary judicial body.

• It was responsible for electing the Emperor.

• It acted as an advisory body to the Emperor.

• It had no real power and was purely ceremonial.

What critical thinking question could be posed about the Roman Empire's approach to governance based on TCi Lesson 16?

• Why did the Roman Empire choose to expand its territories?

• How did the Roman Empire's system of governance contribute to its longevity and stability?

• What were the primary reasons for the fall of the Roman Empire?

• How did the Roman Empire's military strategies differ from those of other ancient civilizations?

Based on TCi Lesson 16, what inference can be made about the Roman Empire's influence on modern infrastructure?

• Modern infrastructure has not been influenced by the Roman Empire.

• The Roman Empire's focus on military infrastructure has little relevance today.

• The Roman Empire's innovations in infrastructure, such as roads and aqueducts, have influenced modern engineering.

• The Roman Empire's infrastructure was primarily focused on beautification rather than utility.

Which vocabulary word from TCi Lesson 16 is defined as "a large outdoor stadium used in ancient Rome for public games"?

• Colosseum

• Forum

• Pantheon

• Villa

What does TCi Lesson 16 suggest about the Roman Empire's approach to religion?

• It was strictly monotheistic.

• It adopted and adapted the gods and religious practices of conquered peoples.

• It was atheistic, focusing instead on philosophical pursuits.

• It enforced a strict separation between church and state.