G7, Unit 1: Art and Technology Readings of Rome

What is a significant contribution of Roman engineering?

• The creation of the internet

• The establishment of aqueducts

• The discovery of electricity

• The invention of the wheel

How were Roman aqueducts primarily used?

• For decoration purposes

• To irrigate farms and carry away wastewater

• As a means of communication

• For conducting electricity

What material did Romans use to make their structures durable?

• Concrete

• Steel

• Wood

• Plastic

What was the purpose of the arch in Roman architecture?

• To signify royalty

• For aesthetic appeal

• To support massive weight

• To provide light

What was the Julian Calendar's leap year frequency?

• Every 5 years

• Every 10 years

• Every 4 years

• Every 3 years

Which of these was NOT a form of Roman literature?

• History

• Speeches

• Novels

• Poetry

Who was a notable Roman poet?

• Plato

• Shakespeare

• Virgil

• Homer

What philosophy did Cicero promote?

• Questioning ideas and facts

• The pursuit of pleasure

• The power of destiny

• The importance of wealth

What was a primary use of the Colosseum?

• As a marketplace

• As a royal residence

• For religious ceremonies

• To entertain with games and battles

What was unique about Roman roads?

• They were made of gold

• They were only for the elite

• They were invisible

• They were solid and built to last