Exploring Ancient Rome

What was the capital city of the Roman Empire?

• Athens

• Rome

• Carthage

• Constantinople

Who was the first emperor of Rome?

• Julius Caesar

• Tiberius

• Nero

• Augustus

What language did the Romans speak?

• Celtic

• Latin

• Greek

• Aramaic

What was the main purpose of the Roman Forum?

• A religious temple for worship

• A military training ground

• A marketplace for trading goods

• The main purpose of the Roman Forum was to serve as the center of public life in ancient Rome.

Name one of the famous structures built in ancient Rome.

• Eiffel Tower

• Great Wall of China

• Colosseum

• Pyramids of Giza

What was the significance of the Colosseum?

• It was primarily used for gladiator training.

• The Colosseum was a symbol of Roman engineering and a venue for public spectacles.

• It was a marketplace for trading goods.

• The Colosseum served as a royal palace for emperors.

Who were the patricians in Roman society?

• Patricians were the merchants and traders in Roman society.

• Patricians were the religious leaders in Roman society.

• Patricians were the working class in Roman society.

• Patricians were the aristocratic class in Roman society, holding political power and social status.

What was the Pax Romana?

• A military campaign led by Julius Caesar.

• A period of peace and stability in the Roman Empire lasting from 27 BC to AD 180.

• A religious festival celebrated in ancient Rome.

• A series of wars against the Germanic tribes.

What type of government did Rome have before becoming an empire?

• Monarchy

• Oligarchy

• Dictatorship

• Republic

What were Roman aqueducts used for?

• Roman aqueducts were used to transport water.

• To provide electricity

• To store food

• To build roads