Ancient Rome: Founders and Infrastructure

The video explores the historical and geographical significance of Rome, highlighting its role as the capital of ancient civilization and its growth into a powerful city. It discusses Rome's infrastructure, including roads and aqueducts, and the mythology surrounding its founding by Romulus and Remus. The video also covers the city's water supply system and its development on seven hills.

What was the capital city of the Roman Empire?

• Alexandria

• Rome

• Athens

• Carthage

Where was the city of Rome located in Italy?

• North coast of Italy

• South coast of Italy

• West coast of central Italy

• East coast of northern Italy

How did Rome transform over time?

• It became a small town

• It was abandoned

• It became a center of power for over a thousand years

• It remained a small village

What was a significant feature of Roman infrastructure?

• Paved streets

• Underground tunnels

• Dirt roads

• Wooden bridges

How was water supplied to the city of Rome?

• By aqueducts

• By rainwater collection

• Through wells

• From the river

Who had access to running water in their homes in ancient Rome?

• Only government officials

• Only the military

• All citizens

• Only the wealthy

According to mythology, who were the founders of Rome?

• Nero and Caligula

• Hannibal and Scipio

• Romulus and Remus

• Julius Caesar and Augustus

What did Romulus do to become the first king of Rome?

• He defeated a rival king

• He was elected by the people

• He killed his twin brother Remus

• He was appointed by the Senate

On how many hills was ancient Rome built?

• Eleven

• Five

• Seven

• Nine

What was the Roman Forum?

• A marketplace for slaves

• A military camp

• A rectangular plaza surrounded by public buildings

• A religious temple