Ancient Rome

Define the vocab term: Gladiator

• A gladiator is a type of ancient Roman weapon.

• A gladiator is a performer in circuses.

• A gladiator is a title given to Roman emperors.

• A gladiator is a man who fought as part of public entertainment in Ancient Rome.

Define the vocab term: Mercenary

• A soldier who fights for their own country.

• A poor citizen.

• A volunteer fighter in a local militia.

• A soldier who fights for pay rather than for his or her country.

Define the vocab term: Martyr

• Someone who volunteers for community service.

• An individual who is punished for their crimes.

• A person who dies for his or her beliefs

• A person who is celebrated for their achievements in sports.

Define the vocab term: Barbarian

• A word used by Greeks and Romans for all people who did not share their cultures.

• A member of the Roman Senate.

• A term used to describe a peaceful community.

• A highly civilized individual from ancient Rome.

Define the vocab term: Moat

• A type of boat for horses.

• A geographical feature that attracts tourists.

• A trench filled with water as part of a fortification.

• A form of pottery.

Define the vocab term: Aqueduct

• A type of ancient Roman pottery.

• A method of irrigation using only rainfall.

• A large underground reservoir for storing water.

• A channel that moves water over a long distance

Define the vocab term: Greek fire

• A type of ancient Greek pottery.

• A chemical mixture that burned in water, which was used by the Byzantine Empire against enemy ships.

• A method of cooking used in ancient Greece.

• A famous Greek philosopher.

Define the vocab term: Forum

• A forum is a large boat used to send forms.

• A forum is a feast to honor Emperor Forumatus.

• An open area in a Roman city filled with public buildings, temples, and markets.

• A forum is a fight between two soldiers.

What was NOT true about gladiators?

• Gladiators were entertainers who fought in amphitheaters.

• Gladiators fought only against wild animals.

• Gladiators could become famous if they continued to win.

• Gladiators took an oath giving up their rights.

Which major religion disapproved of the gladiatorial games?

• Christianity

• Judaism

• Buddhism

• Hinduism