Early Rome

What was the language the Romans used?

• Greek

• Latin

• Aramaic

• Egyptian

How do you write Roman numerals?

• Using the first letter of numbers in Latin

• Using a unique symbol for each number

• Using combinations of letters for different values

• Using a decimal system like in modern times

How did the government of the Roman Republic influence America?

• It provided a model for a feudal system.

• It inspired the American system of checks and balances.

• It led to the establishment of a monarchy in America.

• It had no influence on the American government system.

What geographic feature describes Italy?

• Island

• Peninsula

• Mountain range

• Plateau

Where is Rome located in relation to the Alps and Italy's southern tip?

• North of the Alps

• At Italy's southern tip

• Halfway between the Alps and Italy's southern tip

• Outside of Italy

Which river is mentioned as being part of the legend of Romulus and Remus?

• Nile River

• Tiber River

• Po River

• Danube River

Compared to Greece, the geography of Italy is described as having:

• More mountains and more rugged terrain

• Fewer mountains and more rugged terrain

• Fewer mountains and less rugged terrain

• The same number of mountains and ruggedness

Which group was native to northern Italy according to the learning material?

• Greeks

• Latins

• Etruscans

• Celts

Who colonized southern Italy and Sicily?

• Romans

• Etruscans

• Greeks

• Latins

Which group built the original settlement at Rome?

• Greeks

• Etruscans

• Latins

• Celts