Ancient Rome Geography

Which city is known as the 'City of Seven Hills'?

• Paris

• Rome

• London

• Istanbul

What was the primary sea route for Rome's trade and military movements?

• Black Sea

• Red Sea

• Mediterranean Sea

• Baltic Sea

What mountain range is located in northern Italy?

• Andes

• Alps

• Rocky Mountains

• Himalayas

Which region of Italy is known for having a Mediterranean climate?

• South Italy

• North Italy

• Central Italy

• The Alps

What continent is Rome located on?

• Europe

• Africa

• North America

• Asia

What was the name of the large island located to the west of Italy?

• Corsica

• Sardinia

• Crete

• Sicily

What was the name of the mountain range that runs down the length of Italy?

• Himalayas

• Apennines

• Rocky Mountains

• Andes

What was the name of the city that was buried by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD?

• Athens

• Rome

• Herculaneum

• Pompeii

Which of the following best describes a peninsula?

• A region completely surrounded by water

• An area of land that is covered in forests

• A landform with water on three of its sides

• A vast expanse of desert land

Which best describes the climate of Ancient Rome?

• Mediterranean
• Hot, dry summers
• Mild, wet winters
• All of the above