Chapter 12 - Roman Empire & Christianity

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Who was crowned as the first emperor of Rome?

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Augustus

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What was the Pax Romana?

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a period of peace and prosperity which began under Augustus

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Imagine you're in ancient Rome with Rohan, Emma, and Evelyn. What clever tool did the Romans use to boost trade, gather taxes, and ensure their soldiers were paid?

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a standard currency

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What is an aqueduct?

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A stone channel carrying clean water into a city.

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Which of the following statements about the ancient city of Pompeii is true? Imagine you're exploring with Michael, Benjamin, and Rohan! Pompeii was destroyed by a huge earthquake., It was destroyed over a period of several years., It provides a revealing glimpse into everyday Roman life., Pompeii was frozen in time under a blanket of mud.

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It provides a revealing glimpse into everyday Roman life.

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What would a wealthy Roman call their luxurious countryside retreat? Options: mosaics, vaults, villas, frescoes

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villas

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In which communities did early Christianity first take root?

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Gentile

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Which religion is based on the teachings of Jesus of Nazareth?

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Christianity

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Who painted the iconic masterpiece, The Last Supper?

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Leonardo da Vinci

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Can you guess which statement is true about Christianity? Christianity promised a life of security and comfort., Most Roman emperors encouraged Christianity., Christianity discouraged sharing property and providing charity., Its main appeal was the promise of salvation through the sacrifice of Jesus.

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Its main appeal was the promise of salvation through the sacrifice of Jesus.