Ch. 6 Ancient Rome and Early Christianity

What type of government allows citizens to select their own leaders?

• Oligarchy

• Monarchy

• Republic

• Dictatorship

Who were the aristocratic landowners in ancient Rome?

• Plebbians

• Patricians

• Tribunes

• Consuls

Which official helped plebeians protect their rights?

• Consul

• Tribune

• Senator

• Dictator

What was the role of a Roman consul?

• To lead the army

• To represent the Senate

• To serve as a king

• To oversee trade

What does the Senate represent in Roman government?

• Democratic branch

• Aristocratic branch

• Military branch

• Religious branch

What was the main function of a dictator in Rome?

• Lead for a lifetime

• Make laws and command the army temporarily

• Provide entertainment

• Collect taxes

What is a legion?

• A type of food

• A military unit

• A political party

• A religious group

The Punic Wars were fought between Rome and which city?

• Athens

• Carthage

• Byzantium

• Sparta

Who was Hannibal?

• A Roman senator

• A Carthaginian general

• A Roman poet

• A philosopher

What is a civil war?

• Conflict between nations

• Conflict within the same country

• A war fought for civil rights

• A peaceful resolution