Lesson #10: Ancient Rome

Who is believed to have founded Rome?

• Augustus

• Julius Caesar

• Romulus

• Tarquin the Proud

Why was the Tiber River crucial for Rome?

• For access to water and supporting civilization

• As a trade route

• For fishing resources

• For protection against invasions

How did Rome's location contribute to its success?

• Isolated on an island

• Protected by mountains and rivers

• Surrounded by deserts

• Located in the heart of Europe

What type of government did Rome adopt in 509 BC?

• Oligarchy

• Republic

• Monarchy

• Democracy

Who was Julius Caesar?

• The last king of Rome

• A great general and writer

• A famous Roman gladiator

• The first emperor of Rome

What is the Pax Romana?

• A Roman architectural style

• The name of a Roman battle

• A period of peace in the Roman Empire

• A famous Roman law

Who was the first emperor of Rome?

• Julius Caesar

• Augustus

• Nero

• Marcus Aurelius

What did Ancient Rome contribute to modern infrastructure?

• Railroads

• Internet

• Electricity

• Aqueducts and sewers

What language did Ancient Romans speak?

• Italian

• English

• Greek

• Latin

What was the Colosseum used for?

• Sports and entertainment

• Religious ceremonies

• Royal residence

• Marketplace