Ancient Rome and Greek Influence

Ancient Rome and Greek Influence

Assessment

Interactive Video

History

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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The video explores the concept of Western civilization, tracing its roots from ancient Egypt through Greece and Rome, and into the modern era. It discusses the Trojan War, Greek philosophy, the rise and fall of the Roman Empire, the Dark Ages, and the Renaissance. The narrative concludes with the formation of modern republics and compares Western history to China's long-standing history.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary reason Western Civilization courses start with ancient Egypt?

To provide a longer historical narrative for Western civilization

To highlight the influence of Egyptian culture on modern society

To emphasize the geographical proximity of Egypt to Europe

To showcase the technological advancements of ancient Egypt

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the term 'Trojan Horse' refer to in modern language?

A symbol of peace and unity

A deceptive gift that causes harm

A representation of ancient Greek culture

A strategy for building alliances

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which two Greek cities played a significant role in shaping Western governance?

Corinth and Thebes

Athens and Sparta

Sparta and Thebes

Athens and Corinth

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was responsible for spreading Greek culture across the Western world?

Plato

Aristotle

Socrates

Alexander the Great

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary purpose of the Roman Colosseum?

To entertain the public with gladiatorial games

To serve as a political meeting place

To host religious ceremonies

To act as a marketplace for trade

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which Roman leader's rule marked the transition from a republic to a dictatorship?

Augustus

Nero

Marcus Aurelius

Julius Caesar

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant change did Augustus Caesar make to the Roman calendar?

He introduced leap years

He added the months of July and August

He renamed all the months

He shortened the year to 10 months

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