Unit IV - Ancient Rome (pt 1) - Geography & Early Republic

What is the main focus of the unit on ancient Rome?

• The decline of the Roman Empire

• The Roman Empire's full expansion

• Geography and early Republic

• Roman mythology

Why will geography play a lesser role in this unit on ancient Rome?

• Because Rome was a small city with little geographical significance

• Because the focus is on the Roman Empire's politics

• Because Rome starts out very small and the full empire's geography will be covered later

• Because the geography of ancient Rome is not well documented

According to Roman legend, who founded the city of Rome?

• The Etruscans

• Romulus and Remus

• Julius Caesar

• Alexander the Great

Which of the following groups is considered to be the first Romans?

• The Greeks

• The Etruscans

• The Latins

• The Carthaginians

What language did the Latins help spread that became the common language of the Roman Empire?

• Greek

• Etruscan

• English

• Latin

Which group was known for their skilled metalwork and influenced Roman architecture?

• The Latins

• The Greeks

• The Carthaginians

• The Etruscans

What was a major contribution of the Greeks to Roman culture?

• Democracy and philosophy

• The legend of Romulus and Remus

• The Latin language

• The Roman arch

What significant battles showcased Roman might and their expansion across the Mediterranean?

• The Peloponnesian Wars

• The Punic Wars

• The Trojan War

• The Battle of Thermopylae

What was the climate like in Rome, encouraging outdoor activity?

• Tropical

• Mediterranean

• Continental

• Desert

Which of the following is NOT one of the groups that settled on the Italian peninsula and influenced early Roman culture?

• The Etruscans

• The Vikings

• The Greeks

• The Latins