Ch 28 - Palmyra

What was the original name of Palmyra?

• Parthia

• Tadmor

• Ephesus

• Syria

How long did the journey between Palmyra and Ephesus take by land and sea?

• Seven weeks

• Three weeks

• Five weeks

• Two weeks

Which two empires was Palmyra located between?

• Carthage and Macedonia

• Greece and Egypt

• Rome and Parthia

• Persia and Babylon

What was the local language of Palmyra?

• Greek

• Latin

• Hebrew

• Palmyrene

What was the Temple of Bel dedicated to?

• The Greek Pantheon

• The Parthian King

• The Roman Emperor

• A local god

What type of clothing did men in Palmyra traditionally wear?

• Baggy trousers and a knee-length tunic

• Robes and turbans

• Kilts and cloaks

• Togas and sandals

Which language was used for diplomatic and commercial purposes in Palmyra?

• Greek

• Latin

• Aramaic

• Hebrew

What evidence of trade has been found in Palmyra?

• Egyptian papyrus

• Traces of Chinese silk

• Persian rugs

• Indian spices

When did Roman troops first arrive in Palmyra?

• AD 100

• AD 50

• AD 32

• AD 19