Quiz about Roman Empire

Question 1

The Romans built...

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roads, aqueducts and underfloor heating

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roundabouts

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roundhouses

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hillforts

Question 2

Why did the Romans invade Britannia?

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for rich in soil, food and slaves

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for Celtic clothes

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for water

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for cold weather

Question 3

The Roman Empire included

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part of Europe, Africa and Asia

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lands in every continent

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all of Europe

Question 4

What century does the Roman Empire fall in?

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V

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III

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XXI

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0

Question 5

This person is NOT free

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Slave

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Patrician

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Plebeian

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Artisan

Question 6

What is that?

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Aqueduct

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Bridge

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City wall

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Forum

Question 7

What is that?

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Theatre

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Bridge

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Aqueduct

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City wall

Question 8

What is that?

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Bridge

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Aqueduct

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City wall

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Forum

Question 9

What scientific advancement did the Romans contribute to that is still used in modern engineering?

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Concrete

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Steel

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Plastic

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Aluminum

Question 10

Which Roman invention was crucial for the development of large cities by providing a reliable water supply?

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Aqueducts

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Bridges

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Dams

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Reservoirs

Question 11

The Roman Empire's extensive road network was primarily constructed using which material?

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Stone

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Wood

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Clay

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Sand

Question 12

Which Roman engineering feat demonstrated an early understanding of fluid dynamics?

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Aqueducts

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Colosseum

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Pantheon

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Roman Forum

Question 13

The Romans were known for their use of which architectural feature that allowed them to build larger and more stable structures?

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Arches

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Domes

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Columns

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Pillars

Question 14

Which Roman innovation helped in the development of public health systems by improving sanitation?

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Sewers

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Public baths

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Hospitals

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Water fountains

Question 15

The Roman Empire's use of which construction technique allowed for the building of large, durable structures?

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Concrete

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Brick

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Wood

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Glass

Question 16

Which Roman scientific practice involved the study of celestial bodies for timekeeping and navigation?

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Astronomy

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Astrology

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Meteorology

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Geology

Question 17

The Romans utilized which method to heat their public baths and homes, showcasing an early use of central heating?

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Hypocaust system

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Fireplaces

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Stoves

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Radiators

Question 18

Which Roman scientific concept involved the use of lead pipes for water distribution, despite its later known health risks?

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Plumbing

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Irrigation

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Filtration

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Desalination

Question 19

The Roman Empire's understanding of which scientific principle allowed them to construct stable bridges and aqueducts?

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Arch design

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Lever mechanics

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Pulley systems

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Hydraulic pressure

Question 20

Which Roman innovation in construction allowed for the creation of large open spaces within buildings?

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Domes

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Arches

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Columns

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Vaults

Question 21

The Romans' use of which material in construction was a precursor to modern reinforced concrete?

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Pozzolana

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Limestone

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Granite

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Marble

Question 22

Which Roman scientific achievement involved the use of sundials and water clocks for timekeeping?

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Horology

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Chronology

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Cartography

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Geography

Question 23

The Roman Empire's development of which infrastructure was essential for military and economic expansion?

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Roads

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Railways

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Airports

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Canals

Question 24

Which Roman practice involved the systematic study and documentation of plants for medicinal purposes?

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Herbalism

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Alchemy

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Botany

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Zoology

Question 25

The Romans' use of which architectural element allowed for the construction of large amphitheaters like the Colosseum?

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Arches

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Columns

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Pillars

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Beams

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