Ancient Rome

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What natural geographical features protected Rome from invasion?

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The Alps, Mediterranean Sea, and Italian Peninsula

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What is the correct order of the Roman systems of government, starting with the earliest?

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Monarchy > Republic > Empire

Front

Which best describes a republic?

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Citizens have the right to choose people to represent them

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The Romans borrowed the polytheistic religious system of what civilization? Options: Greeks, Egyptians, Phoenicians

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Greeks

Front

What basic Roman principle from the Republic era is reflected in our U.S. government today?

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Checks and balances to limit power within the government

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What purpose did a Roman aqueduct serve?

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It brought water from the hills to Roman cities

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What is the Pax Romana?

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A time of peace and prosperity in Rome.

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Which of these describes a central belief of Christianity? Options: polytheism, agnosticism, monotheism

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monotheism

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What is the holy book of the Christian faith?

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The Bible

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Which of these Roman structures has a design similar to those used in modern athletic stadiums? The Pantheon, The Roman Forum, The Colosseum

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The Colosseum