Exploring the Roman Empire

Who were believed to be the founders of Rome according to legend?

• Plato and Aristotle

• Julius Caesar and Augustus

• Spartacus and Crixus

• Romulus and Remus

What form of government did Rome adopt after being a monarchy?

• Oligarchy

• Democracy

• Theocracy

• Republic

Who held the most power in the Roman Republic?

• Emperors

• Politicians

• Kings

• Generals

Which area was NOT conquered by the Romans?

• Greece

• Egypt

• Syria

• Scandinavia

Who were the patricians in Roman society?

• Farmers and artisans

• Nobles and politicians

• Soldiers

• Slaves

What was the primary role of slaves in Roman society?

• Teachers

• Prisoners of war

• Politicians

• Engineers

What was a key factor in the Roman military's success?

• The use of elephants

• Naval power

• Legionaries

• Cavalry

What was one of the Romans' major architectural achievements?

• Temples

• Lighthouses

• Aqueducts

• Pyramids

Why did the Roman Empire fall?

• Invasion by the Germans

• Natural disasters

• Economic collapse

• Civil war

What era began with the fall of the Roman Empire?

• The Age of Exploration

• The Industrial Revolution

• The Middle Ages

• The Renaissance