Ancient Roman Achievements

What was the primary purpose of the Roman aqueducts?

• To supply fresh water

• To enhance city aesthetics

• For religious ceremonies

• To provide entertainment

What did the hypocaust system primarily heat?

• Marketplaces

• Public baths

• Military forts

• Cooking areas

Which material was crucial in the making of Roman concrete?

• Sand

• Pozzolanic ash

• Wood chips

• Limestone

What was the main function of the Acta Diurna in Ancient Rome?

• To record tax collections

• To distribute daily news

• To announce gladiator games

• To serve as a religious text

What architectural feature did the Romans not invent but significantly improve for construction?

• The dome

• The pyramid

• The arch

• The column

Which Roman emperor is credited with establishing the cursus publicus, one of the earliest postal systems?

• Julius Caesar

• Nero

• Augustus

• Constantine

What was one of the major achievements of ancient Rome in terms of infrastructure?

• The construction of the Colosseum

• The establishment of the Roman Senate

• The development of a network of public roads

• The invention of Roman concrete

How did Roman engineers enhance the connectivity of their road network?

• By building roads only within city limits

• By constructing tunnels and bridges to maintain road straightness across varied landscapes

• By limiting road construction to flat terrains

• By using only natural materials readily available nearby

What was a significant impact of the Roman road network besides military movements?

• It restricted cultural exchanges

• It decreased the mobility of the civilian population

• It facilitated the movement of people, goods, and ideas

• It led to the isolation of Roman cities

What was the primary purpose of Roman amphitheatres according to the image?

• For religious gatherings

• For defense in wars

• For entertainment and events

• For carrying water