Roman Literature and Culture Quiz

What language did Roman authors primarily write in?

• Greek

• Latin

• Arabic

• Hebrew

What was the purpose of Virgil’s The Aeneid?

• To mock Roman society

• To teach philosophy

• To promote Greek heroes

• To inspire patriotism and unity

Roman poets like Horace often used satire to:

• Teach Stoic philosophy

• Mock Roman society

• Glorify Roman emperors

• Translate Greek works

What philosophy influenced many Roman thinkers?

• Epicureanism

• Confucianism

• Stoicism

• Platonism

Roman sculptors were known for:

• Idealized depictions only

• Abstract designs

• Realistic and detailed portrayals

• Modern styles

What is a mosaic?

• A statue of a god

• A temple decoration

• A painting of Roman gods

• An image made of colored stone or glass pieces

How did Roman architecture differ from Greek architecture?

• It was more functional

• It emphasized grandeur and scale

• It rejected arches

• It avoided the use of domes

What new building material helped Romans construct large domes?

• Iron

• Marble

• Concrete

• Bronze

What is an aqueduct?

• A Roman bridge

• A tool for astronomy

• A structure to carry water

• A form of sculpture

What best describes Roman engineering?

• Artistic and decorative

• Theoretical and abstract

• Focused on military inventions

• Practical use of science and math