The Legacy of Roman Roads

Who were considered master road builders?

• The Vikings

• The Romans

• The Greeks

• The Egyptians

What did Roman roads primarily facilitate?

• Trade

• Religious practices

• Farming

• Communication and military movement

How far did the Roman Road Network in Europe extend?

• 30,000 linear miles

• 75,000 linear miles

• 100,000 linear miles

• 56,000 linear miles

What was Rome's most lasting legacy in Europe according to the video?

• Its language

• Its network of roads

• Its architecture

• Its culture

What materials were some Roman roads made of?

• Concrete and asphalt

• Bamboo and stone

• Stone and gravel

• Wood and clay

What allowed the Romans to control an entire continent?

• Their political system

• Their military

• Their economic system

• Their road system

How quickly could Roman legions march across the empire?

• 90 days

• 60 days

• 30 days

• 10 days

What did milestones on Roman roads indicate?

• Direction

• Distance to the next city

• Religious sites

• Trade centers

Before Roman roads, how did people travel from France to Italy?

• Using carts

• Through wooden trackways

• By underground tunnels

• Via ships

What was the purpose of Roman roads?

• To enhance trade

• To promote tourism

• To facilitate communication and military logistics

• To spread religious beliefs