Ancient Rome Achievements

What does the term 'achievement' signify in historical context according to the video?

• lasting contributions of a civilization

• military conquests

• economic wealth

• political stability

Why was road building important to the Romans?

• to connect their large empire (trade and communication)

• to provide a barrier for defense

• to show the newest invention of concrete

Where was the primary purpose of Roman aqueducts?

• carrying fresh water from mountains

• military defense

• transporting goods

Which building material resulted in the strong construction of buildings?

• concrete

• wood

• stone

• metal

Why did Romans argue about things they discovered?

• to find deeper meanings in life

• because they were unable to compromise

• to show who had the best education

Who laid out the calendar we use today?

• Julius Caesar

• Augustus Caesar

• Marcus Aurelius

What unique method did Crassus use related to the first Fire Department?

• charged for putting out fires he had set

• used water from aqueducts

• paid citizens to give fire alerts

• built fireproof buildings

The Romans grew coffee which led to the invention of the coffee pot.

• true

• false

Which product did NOT evolve from an ancient Roman innovation?

• table

• roads

• calendar

Which term is not associated with "Achievements"?

• taxes

• inventions

• literature

• science