Culture & Literature
Who are the legendary two brothers who founded Rome?
Romulus and Remus
What did the Romans invent so water could travel from far away to the city?
The aqueduct
Why did many Plebeians rebel against the Patricians?
Plebeians wanted to help run the government and to be treated fairly.
True or False - Rome was a city of few people with clean and quiet streets.
False
In what (peninsula-shaped) country did Ancient Rome begin?
Italy.
Who is the first emperor of Rome who was eventually betrayed by friends?
Caesar Augustus
How were Roman statues different from Greek statues?
Roman statues were more realistic.
How did the aqueducts impact ancient Rome?
They provided clean water to public baths and water systems in the empire.
What groups of people had few rights in Ancient Rome?
The Plebeians and the slaves did not have many rights in Ancient Rome. Women had some rights but could not become citizens.
Who was the head of the family and what was their title?
The father - the paterfamilias
Romans believed in many gods. They were _________.
Polytheistic
What is the name of the wars fought between Rome and Carthage?
Punic Wars
What Roman writer borrowed ideas from Homer?
Virgil
Building of roads, bridges, sewers, concrete structures and aqueducts.
Who were the consuls in government?
Consuls were the leaders in government. There were only 2 each year.
Who studied reading, writing and household duties at home?
Older wealthy girls
Who were the gladiators?
They were the poor, slaves or criminals that fought to the death for entertainment.
Who was the leader that was working on his farm when he was asked to help Rome from a powerful enemy? Hint - He has cities named after him. He did not seek glory for himself.
Cincinnatus
What is a writing that pokes fun at human weaknesses?
A satire
What did Romans invent that allowed buildings to be sturdier?
Concrete
What form of government did Rome have before it became an empire? Hint: It began when the last Etruscan king was overthrown.
a republic
How did husbands affect the lives of their wives?
Looked after his wife, controlled her affairs, sought her advice in private
What monotheistic religion spread rapidly through the Roman Empire in the first century even with severe persecution?
Christianity
Who are some of the "Good" emperors of Rome?
Nerva, Trajan, Hadrian, Antonius Pius, and Marcus Aurelius
What was at the center of Rome and what purpose did it have?
The Forum - it was an open space that served as a marketplace and public square.
What Roman contribution led to improved travel, military mobility, trade, and the expansion of the empire?
Roman roads
Only the patricians could become active in the ________________ during the first part of the Roman Republic.
government
How were Roman ideas different from Greek ideas?
In Rome, ideas were only important if they could solve problems.
What are the two mountain ranges in Italy that impacted the development of Ancient Rome?
The Alps and the Apennines (The Alps protected Romans from invaders in the north)
What religion did Contstantine legalize?
Christianity
What is a poem that expresses strong emotion about life?
An Ode
What famous city had all of its citizens die from carbon dioxide and hydrochloric acid?
Pompeii - when Mt. Vesuvius erupted
What did senators in ancient Rome do?
Senators were responsible for making laws. They could only be men. They were the most influential part of the Roman Republic.
What were some of the differences between the lives of wealthy women and women with less money?
wealthy: independent, owned land, ran businesses, had free time to study art and go to theater.
less wealth: less freedom, worked at home, helped with family-run shops
What is the landscape of the city of Rome?
It was along 15 miles of the Tiber River and built on 7 hills.
Who invaded the Italian peninsula from Carthage (Via the Alps!)?
Hannibal
Describe the dangerous living conditions of the Plebeians who lived in the cities.
They lived in crowded apartment buildings that were often not stable. Fires were a constant threat. Cities were dirty and full of thieves.
Who was the famous Roman scientist that studied the sky: stars and planets
Ptolemy
What did America learn from the Roman government when they created our government?
American government learned about fairness of laws, using senators to make laws, and to use consuls/judges so laws would be made more fair.
What were some of the ways one would become a slave in Ancient Rome?
-Conquered by Rome
-through debt
-sold by family
What were the bread and circuses given to the poor people?
Many people were angry. Bread was given so they had food. Circuses were places could go to watch gladiators or chariot races. They were distractions from their problems.
Who is Marc Antony?
He supported Julius Caesar and opposed Augustus's rise to power.