The Glory of Ancient Rome Quiz

Who were the twin brothers and central characters of Rome's foundation myth?

• Romulus and Remus

• Brutus and Scipio

• Caesar and Augustus

• Hannibal and Hasdrubal

What role did geography play in the development of Rome?

• It caused isolation and stagnation

• It made Rome vulnerable to invasions

• It had no impact on the development of Rome

• It facilitated communication and expansion

Who were the Latins?

• A group of Greek settlers in Rome

• An Indo-European people who migrated into the Italian peninsula

• The ruling class of ancient Rome

• A Germanic tribe that invaded Rome

What were the social classes of the Roman Republic?

• Patricians and Plebeians

• Senators and Slaves

• Tribunes and Clients

• Equestrians and Proletariat

What was the primary problem that resulted from victory in the Punic Wars?

• Civil war

• Social inequality

• Economic collapse

• Corruption and decadence

How did Octavian finally gain control of the empire?

• By marrying Cleopatra

• By forming an alliance with the Senate

• By defeating all other contenders in a civil war

• By assassinating Julius Caesar

What were Augustus' major reforms?

• Creation of a census and tax system

• Abolition of the Senate

• Expansion of slavery

• Destruction of public works

Who were the Bad Emperors and what were they famous for?

• Hadrian and Marcus Aurelius, famous for their military conquests

• Nero and Caligula, famous for their tyranny and extravagance

• Nero and Caligula, famous for their benevolent rule

• Hadrian and Marcus Aurelius, famous for their architectural achievements

What were the major contributions of the Romans to the arts?

• Introduction of abstract painting

• Development of minimalist architecture

• Invention of mosaic art

• Realistic and inspirational sculpture

What were the major contributions of the Romans to technology?

• Development of steam-powered machinery

• Advancements in aqueducts and road systems

• Invention of the printing press

• Pioneering work in space exploration