Ancient Rome Quiz

What was the height of the Roman Empire's power around 100 C.E. known for?

• The invention of the wheel

• The construction of the Great Wall

• The phrase "All roads lead to Rome"

• The discovery of America

What was the Forum in ancient Rome originally used for?

• A place for religious ceremonies

• An open area for merchants' stalls, races, games, and plays

• A military training ground

• A residential area for the wealthy

What connected the Roman Empire's 50 million people besides roads?

• Roman law, Roman customs, and Roman military might

• Roman religion, Roman art, and Roman literature

• Roman food, Roman clothing, and Roman architecture

• Roman language, Roman music, and Roman festivals

What will you learn about in this lesson on daily life in ancient Rome?

• The history of Roman wars

• The geography of the Roman Empire

• Different areas of daily life in ancient Rome, including government, spare time, and religion

• The technological advancements of the Roman Empire

How did daily life in Rome differ for the rich and the poor?

• It was the same for both

• It drastically differed

• The rich and poor lived in the same way

• The poor had a better life than the rich

What should you note as you explore the daily lives of the Romans?

• How similar or different they are to your daily life

• The number of Roman gods

• The types of Roman architecture

• The Roman military strategies

What was the population of Rome in the 1st century C.E.?

• 500,000

• 1 million

• 2 million

• 750,000

Where did wealthy Roman women shop for goods in ancient Rome?

• The Colosseum

• The Forum

• The Circus Maximus

• The Pantheon

What did Roman emperors provide to keep the poor from turning into an angry, dangerous mob?

• Free housing

• Free education

• Food and entertainment

• Money

What types of entertainment did Roman emperors provide to the people?

• Theater plays and concerts

• Gladiator contests and chariot races

• Circus performances and magic shows

• Sports competitions and festivals