Roman History Quiz

What did the Roman emperors and senators spend a lot of money on that did not help keep Rome safe?

• Education and healthcare

• Bread and circuses, including gladiator games and chariot races

• Building roads and infrastructure

• Strengthening the military

What type of soldiers did the Roman armies rely on to protect Rome?

• Volunteer soldiers

• Mercenary soldiers

• Citizen soldiers

• Allied soldiers

Compared to the days of Julius and Augustus Caesar, how had the Roman armies changed?

• They became stronger and more efficient

• They relied more on technology

• They became weaker

• They expanded in size

What was one reason the Roman Empire became difficult to manage?

• It was too small.

• It had too few leaders.

• It was too vast.

• It was not wealthy enough.

Who were in charge of the Roman provinces?

• Senators and proconsuls

• Emperors only

• Local farmers

• Foreign rulers

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Over time, what happened to the city of Rome itself?

• It became more important.

• It expanded further.

• It became less important.

• It was abandoned.

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What did the Romans try to bring to the countries or tribes they conquered?

• Their own laws, lifestyle, and culture

• Their military strategies

• Their religious beliefs

• Their architectural styles

What did the Romans adopt from the cultures they conquered?

• Food and music

• Parts of the cultures

• Sports and games

• Language and writing systems

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Why was the Roman Empire divided into the Eastern and Western Roman Empires?

• Because it was too small

• Because it was too complex and vast

• Because of a civil war

• Because of economic reasons

What was the capital of the Western Roman Empire?

• Constantinople

• Rome

• Athens

• Alexandria