Chapter 12 Study Guide for Roman Civilization

A marketplace in the center of ancient Rome

surrounded by public buildings

• Agora

• Forum

• Marktplatz

The Romans used this as a main feature of their construction techniques when building

temples or palaces.

• Keystone

• Praetors

• Twelve Tables

• Arch

Ancient Rome had the following

• Arches and Mosaics

• Road Builders

• Representative Democracy

• Tiber River

• All of the above

What was a significant architectural innovation by the Romans that allowed them to build larger and more stable structures?

• Vault

• Dome

• Arch

• Column

Which Roman social class was known for being wealthy and holding most of the political power?

• Plebeians

• Patricians

• Equites

• Freedmen

What was the primary language spoken in ancient Rome?

• Greek

• Latin

• Etruscan

• Phoenician

Which Roman structure was used for public spectacles and gladiatorial contests?

• Pantheon

• Colosseum

• Forum

• Circus Maximus

What was the Roman Republic's system of government that included checks and balances?

• Monarchy

• Oligarchy

• Democracy

• Republic

Who was the first Roman emperor, marking the end of the Roman Republic?

• Julius Caesar

• Augustus

• Nero

• Caligula

Which Roman road was known as the 'Queen of Roads' and connected Rome to the southern parts of Italy?

• Via Appia

• Via Sacra

• Via Flaminia

• Via Aurelia