Roman Architecture Quiz

What are the two new architectural features that the Romans improved upon from Greek designs?

• Columns and Pyramids

• Arches and Domes

• Pillars and Spires

• Bridges and Towers

What is the purpose of arches in Roman architecture?

• To create open spaces in buildings

• To support its own weight over an opening

• To decorate the exterior of buildings

• To provide ventilation

Which Roman buildings are examples of the use of arches?

• The Parthenon and the Acropolis

• The Coliseum and the Pantheon

• The Eiffel Tower and the Louvre

• The Great Wall and the Forbidden City

What was the purpose of the arenas built by the Romans?

• To hold political meetings

• To conduct religious ceremonies

• To allow thousands of people to attend entertainment events

• To serve as marketplaces

What type of religion did the Romans initially practice?

• Monotheistic

• Polytheistic

• Atheistic

• Agnostic

What was required of conquered people in the Roman Empire regarding religion?

• To convert to Christianity

• To show respect for Roman gods

• To practice their own religion freely

• To become atheists

During which period did Christianity begin to spread throughout the Roman Empire?

• Pax Romana

• Renaissance

• Middle Ages

• Industrial Revolution

How did early Christians in the Roman Empire often suffer for their beliefs?

• They were exiled

• They were persecuted

• They were rewarded

• They were ignored

What term is used to describe early Christians who sacrificed themselves for their beliefs?

• Saints

• Prophets

• Martyrs

• Apostles

Examine the timeline. What are the THREE most important events in the history of Christianity during the Roman Empire?

• Rome conquers Jewish kingdom of Judea, Jesus is born, Christianity becomes the official religion of Rome.

• Paul spreads Christianity among non-Jews, Jews forbidden to live in Jerusalem, Persecution of Christians intensifies.

• Jesus is born, Paul spreads Christianity among non-Jews, Christianity becomes the official religion of Rome.

• Rome conquers Jewish kingdom of Judea, Jews forbidden to live in Jerusalem, Persecution of Christians intensifies.