Roman Empire
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Social Studies
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7th Grade
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Hard
Felisa Ford
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Rome began as a small farming village by a river called . . .
Back
Tiber
Answer explanation
Rome began as a small farming village by the Tiber River, which is crucial to its history and development. The other rivers listed, such as the Yangtze, Nile, and Danube, are significant but not related to Rome's origins.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What were the series of wars between Rome & Carthage?
Back
Punic Wars
Answer explanation
The series of wars between Rome and Carthage are known as the Punic Wars. These conflicts were significant in establishing Roman dominance in the Mediterranean, unlike the other options listed.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Rome is located in which country?
Back
Italy
Answer explanation
Rome is the capital city of Italy, making it the correct answer. It is not located in Greece, Egypt, or France.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What was the Pax Romana?
Back
Period of peace and prosperity
Answer explanation
The Pax Romana, meaning 'Roman Peace', was a long period of relative peace and stability across the Roman Empire, lasting approximately 200 years. It fostered economic prosperity and cultural flourishing, making it the correct choice.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
The wealthy ruling class of Rome was called
Back
Patricians
Answer explanation
The wealthy ruling class of Rome was known as the Patricians. They held significant power and influence in Roman society, unlike the Plebeians, who were the common people. Ciceros refers to a famous Roman orator, and Visigoths were a group of Germanic tribes.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Rome’s 200 years of peace was called the...
Back
Pax Romana.
Answer explanation
Rome's 200 years of peace is known as the Pax Romana, a period marked by stability and prosperity throughout the Roman Empire, initiated by Augustus. The other options do not accurately describe this era.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How did the Romans carry water from mountains into cities?
Back
by building aqueducts
Answer explanation
The Romans built aqueducts to transport water from mountains into cities. These structures used gravity to move water over long distances, making them essential for supplying urban areas with fresh water.
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