Geography of Rome
Founding of Rome
Roman Republic
Roman Emperors
Punic Wars
Gladiator
100
What river runs through the city of Rome?
The Tiber River
100
According to legend, who were the twin brothers that founded Rome?
Romulus and Remus
100
What were the two main social classes in the Roman Republic?
Patricians and Plebeians
100
Who was the first emperor of Rome?
Augustus (Octavian)
100
Who was Rome’s main enemy in the Punic Wars?
Carthage
100
What is the name of the Roman general who is betrayed and forced into slavery?
Maximus Decimus Meridius
200
What sea is located to the south of Rome?
The Mediterranean Sea
200
What group of people ruled over Rome before the Republic was established?
The Etruscans
200
How many senators were in the Roman Senate?
300
200
What emperor built a massive wall in Britain to protect Roman territory?
Hadrian
200
What Carthaginian general famously marched elephants over the Alps?
Hannibal
200
What famous emperor becomes the main antagonist of the movie?
Commodus 
300
Which mountain range served as a natural barrier for Rome?
The Alps
300
How did Romulus become the first king of Rome?
He killed his brother, Remus, and named the city after himself.
300
What position in the Roman government was held by two officials and had the power to veto each other?
Consuls
300
Who was the emperor that moved the capital from Rome to Byzantium?
Constantine
300
What Roman general defeated Hannibal in the Second Punic War?
Scipio Africanus 
300
What does Maximus say at the end of the final fight before dying?
He calls for Marcus Aurelius' dream of Rome to be restored, his fellow gladiators to be freed, and Senator Gracchus to be reinstated.
400
What island is located directly south of Rome?
Sicily
400
Who was the last king of Rome before the Republic was formed?
Tarquinius Superbus
400
What major reform did Plebeians demand that led to greater political power?
They forced the government to write down the laws (Twelve Tables).
400
Which emperor was known for fighting in gladiator battles?
Commodus 
400
What was the result of the Third Punic War?
Carthage was destroyed and burned to the ground.
400
What is the role of Gracchus in the Roman political system?
Gracchus is a member of the Roman Senate and opposes Commodus’ dictatorship, working to restore the Republic.
500
Which of the following locations was NOT part of the Roman Empire: Gaul, Carthage, Jerusalem, or China?
China
500
What year was Rome traditionally founded?
753 BCE
500
Who declared himself "dictator for life," leading to the end of the Roman Republic?
Julius Caesar
500
Who divided the Roman Empire into eastern and western halves?
Diocletian
500
What battle in the Second Punic War was Hannibal’s greatest victory, where he used a double envelopment tactic to destroy a Roman army?
The Battle of Cannae (216 BCE)
500
Modern Western society is heavily influenced by ancient Rome. Is there anything particularly admirable about the character of Maximus? Explain your answer.
Maximus embodies honor, loyalty, and perseverance. He remains devoted to Rome and its people despite immense personal loss. His ability to lead, fight for justice, and stay true to his values makes him admirable.