Ancient Rome - 6th Grade

Who changed Rome from a republic to an empire after the Senate gave him power?

• Caesar Augustus

• Julius Caesar

• Diocletian

• Nero

Who divided the Roman Empire into two sections to make it easier to control?

• Constantine

• Cicero

• Diocletian

• Jesus Christ

Which Jewish carpenter from Galilee spread a message of love and faith in God's heavenly kingdom?

• Jesus

• Peter

• Constantine

• Paul

Which skilled Roman military leader and politician declared himself dictator for life?

• Nero

• Julius Caesar

• Caligula

• Augustus

Which ruthless emperor blamed Christians for setting fire to Rome?

• Julius Caesar

• Constantine

• Nero

Which emperor legalized Christianity in the Roman Empire?

• Caligula

• Constantine

• Nero

• Julius Caesar

Which describe key events, values, and achievements during the time of the Roman Republic? (More than 1 answer)

• a code of written law called the Twelve Tables

• personal wealth and power valued more than loyalty to Rome

• rule by the patrician class without plebian representation

• growth in size and power after the Punic Wars

Which describe political, social, or cultural changes that took place in Rome during the early empire? (more than 1 answer)

• few outlets of entertainment or recreation

• increased political power for plebeians

• increased trade and communication because of good roads

• a period of 200 years of peace and prosperity throughout the Mediterranean

Which statements describe factors that led to the decline of the Roman Empire? (more than 1 answer possible)

• Empire became to big to maintain

• The army kept barbarian tribes from invading imperial territory.

• Strong and competent rulers remained in charge to the very end of the empire.

• Roman emperors and generals fought each other over land.

Which describes a contribution from classical Rome to modern Western civilization?

• international gathering to celebrate sporting achievement

• written constitution based on natural rights

• large infrastructure projects to benefit the public

• direct election of the ruler by all residents of the empire