Roman Empire Unit Test

What was the root of Christianity?

• Buddhism

• Judaism

• Hinduism

• Islam

Who was proclaimed the first Emperor of Rome?

• Julius Caesar

• Nero

• Augustus Caesar

• Marcus Aurelius

What was the Edict of Milan known for?

• Establishing the Roman Senate

• Legalizing Christianity

• Building the Colosseum

• Starting the Roman Empire

What was the Pax Romana?

• A period of war

• A period of peace and prosperity

• A type of Roman architecture

• A Roman military strategy

What was a major architectural contribution of the Roman Empire?

• The Eiffel Tower

• The Great Wall

• The Pantheon

• The Pyramids

What language did the Roman Empire contribute to?

• English

• Latin

• Greek

• Arabic

What was a significant factor in the decline of the Roman Empire?

• Strong leadership

• Economic prosperity

• Geography: Difficult to defend

• Technological advancement

What was the official religion of the Roman Empire by 380 CE?

• Judaism

• Christianity

• Islam

• Hinduism

What was the role of the Apostles in the spread of Christianity?

• They opposed it

• They carried the message

• They ignored it

• They banned it

What was a technological contribution of the Roman Empire?

• Printing press

• Roads and aqueducts

• Steam engine

• Electric light