Roman Advancements

Temple built to honor Rome's gods

• Anatomy

• Germanic tribes

• Justinian Code

• Pantheon

• Visigoths

A curved ceiling made by building arches against one another

• Eastern Roman Empire

• Hagia Sophia

• Inflation

• Vault

• Western Roman Empire

What was the primary purpose of the Colosseum in Rome?

• Government meetings

• Public spectacles and gladiatorial contests

• Religious ceremonies

• Trade and commerce

What was the primary material used in Roman aqueducts?

• A) Wood

• B) Stone

• C) Iron

• D) Glass

Which Roman advancement allowed for the construction of large, durable structures?

• A) Concrete

• B) Marble

• C) Timber

• D) Bronze

What was the purpose of Roman roads?

• A) Decoration

• B) Trade and military movement

• C) Religious processions

• D) Farming

Which Roman innovation was crucial for urban sanitation?

• A) Public baths

• B) Sewage systems

• C) Aqueducts

• D) Paved roads

What was the Roman numeral for 100?

• A) L

• B) C

• C) D

• D) M

Which Roman structure was used for chariot races?

• A) Colosseum

• B) Circus Maximus

• C) Pantheon

• D) Roman Forum

What was the primary function of the Roman Forum?

• A) Gladiatorial contests

• B) Public baths

• C) Political and social center

• D) Military training