6.51 Rome Geography

What allowed the Roman Empire to spread throughout Europe and Africa? Select two that apply.

• The city of Rome is located near the center of the Mediterranean Sea.

• The city of Rome does not have any natural boundaries.

• The city of Rome is protected by many natural boundaries.

• The city of Rome is isolated from the Mediterranean Sea.

Which ancient civilization controlled the territory that's lightly shaded on this map?

• Egypt

• Greece

• Mesopotamia

• Rome

This map shows some of the geographic features of the Roman Empire. Based on the map, which geographic feature best helped the growth of the Roman Empire?

• the Caspian Sea

• the Danube River

• the Mediterranean Sea

• the Rhine River

Which mountain range creates the northern border of the Italian Peninsula?

• Alps

• Himalayas

• Pyrenees

• Urals

Which mountains not only protected Rome from outsiders but also caused it to become ethnocentric (practice of evaluation other peoples and cultures according to the standards of one's own culture)?

• Alps

• Himalaya Mountains

• Rocky Mountains

• Andes Mountains

Which body of water helped Rome become an empire due to its geographic location?

• Aegean Sea

• Red Sea

• Dead Sea

• Mediterranean Sea

This is a map of Europe. Which number correctly identifies the location of Rome?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

What geographic borders protected the heart of the Roman Empire? Select ALL that apply.

• Mesopotamia

• Arctic Ocean

• Sahara Desert

• Mediterranean Sea

• Alps

How did the Alps Mountains impact the safety of the Roman Empire?

• The Alps Mountains were short and flat, leaving Rome open for invasion.

• The Alps Mountains provided rich soil and great lands for farming.

• The Alps Mountains were active volcanoes that damaged cities.

• The Alps Mountains provided a natural barrier against invasion.

This is a map of modern day Italy. Which number points to Rome?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4