32. Geography and the Early Development of Rome

Who are the twins in the myth of the founding of Rome?

• Romulus and Remus

• Julio and Caesar

• Marco and Antonio

• Tiberius and Claudius

Which animal rescued Romulus and Remus according to the myth?

• A wolf

• An eagle

• A lion

• A bear

What did the Romans learn from the Etruscans in terms of engineering?

• Bridge construction

• Use of arches and cuniculi

• Maritime navigation

• Agriculture

What did the Etruscans build to bring water to their cities?

• Aqueducts

• Bridges

• Roads

• Walls

What type of roofs did the huts in the village of Palatine have?

• Straw roofs

• Wooden roofs

• Stone roofs

• Metal roofs

Who were the drivers in Etruscan chariot races?

• Gladiators

• Slaves

• Charioteers

• Soldiers

Which ancient civilization had a significant influence on Roman architecture?

• Egyptians

• Greeks

• Persians

• Babylonians

What did the Romans use to build large structures like the Colosseum?

• Wood

• Stone

• Concrete

• Brick

What is an ostrakon?

What did wealthy Romans often collect?

• Greek art

• Egyptian artifacts

• Persian rugs

• Chinese porcelain