Quiz on Ancient Rome

What is a Corvus?

• A Roman ship

• A Roman bridge

• A Roman military device

• A Roman temple

What is a Gladiator?

• A Roman soldier

• A Roman slave who fought for entertainment

• A Roman priest

• A Roman merchant

What is an Aqueduct?

• A structure for transporting water

• A Roman road

• A Roman weapon

• A Roman festival

What is an Arch?

• A curved structure used in buildings

• A Roman weapon

• A Roman festival

• A Roman ship

Who were the brothers involved in the legend of Rome's founding?

• Romulus and Remus

• Julius and Augustus

• Caesar and Pompey

• Nero and Caligula

Who was Rome named after?

• Romulus

• Remus

• Julius Caesar

• Augustus

How many Punic Wars were there?

• Three

• Two

• Four

• Five

What was the name of the first Roman emperor of the empire?

• Augustus

• Julius Caesar

• Nero

• Caligula

How did the Roman government keep control of the conquered lands throughout the empire?

• By building walls

• Through a network of roads

• By appointing govenors

• By using a strong navy

What are some of the practical advancements made by the Roman Empire?

• Aqueducts

• Pyramids

• Castles

• Skyscrapers