Ancient Rome Retest Assignment

What does the legend of Romulus and Remus symbolize?

• The origins of Rome

• The reason for Roman architecture

• A myth to entertain children

• The cause of Roman wealth

Which of the following roles was not accessible to plebeians before the Plebeian revolt?

• Senator

• Tribune

• Soldier

• Consul

True or False: Women could vote in Ancient Rome? 1 point

• True

• False

What were the main functions of the Roman Senate? Select 2.

• Passed laws

• Advised Consuls

• Managed foreign policy

• Conducted religious ceremonies

Who was eligible to vote in the Roman assembly?

• Freeborn male citizens of Rome

• Slaves

• Foreigners living in Rome

• Women with property

What was the main cause of the conflict that led to the first Punic War?

• A disagreement over trade routes

• Control of Sicily

• Expansion into Gaul

• Revenge for a previous defeat

What role did Hannibal play in the Punic Wars?

• He was a Roman senator who negotiated peace treaties

• He was a Carthaginian general known for his strategic prowess

• He was a Roman emperor who expanded the empire

• He was a philosopher who wrote about the wars

Julius Caesar was made ___________ for life by the Roman Senate.

Julius Caesar was admired by the everyday people of Rome.

• True

• False

Why were the Gracchi Brothers killed by the Roman Senate?

• They had too much money

• They lost a battle

• They tried to make changes to the government

• The Senate became jealous of them