Review - Lesson 42 - The Legacy of Rome in the Modern World

What is an aqueduct?

• A heated indoor bath for Roman citizens

• A raised channel used to move water long distances

• A shelter for storing grain during drought

• A passage used only by Roman priests

What was the Byzantine Empire?

• A cultural group that replaced the Romans in France

• The part of Rome that continued in the east for centuries

• A province conquered by Julius Caesar

• A barbarian kingdom formed after Rome’s fall

What is Latin?

• A type of Roman food prepared during holidays

• The alphabet used to write Greek poetry

• A classical language that shaped many modern tongues

• A system of Roman counting for taxes

What is natural law?

• A rule created by Roman emperors for farming

• A philosophy that emphasized astronomy and weather

• A belief that fair laws come from reason and nature

• A regulation used for temple building codes

Who was a patron in Roman society?

• A legal judge who handled city disputes

• A person who governed provinces during war

• A wealthy citizen who supported artists and architects

• A merchant who traded goods across the empire

What was the Renaissance?

• A time when Roman soldiers reformed their tactics

• A period when scholars revived ancient art and ideas

• A brief Roman era of religious tolerance

• A season celebrated by gladiators and nobles

What did Stoicism teach?

• To enjoy pleasures and avoid discomfort

• That courage and duty were more important than emotions

• That success came from pleasing the gods

• To focus on building wealth and fame

What is a triumphal arch?

• A tall tower used to signal danger

• A bridge that connected temples and homes

• A large monument built to honor achievements

• A narrow gate placed in sacred gardens

What caused the fall of the Western Roman Empire?

• Problems with climate and frequent natural disasters

• A series of religious uprisings against the government

• A mix of weak leadership, financial strain, and invasions

• Cultural disagreements between cities and countryside

How has Roman art, architecture, and engineering influenced the modern world?

• These styles were forgotten after the Middle Ages

• Many features are seen in roads, buildings, and city layouts

• They are mainly used in fashion and sculpture

• Roman designs now appear only in virtual models