Vocabulary
What is the definition of a aqueduct?
A raised channel used to carry water from mountains and hills into various cities.
Who was Romulus and Remus?
Romulus and Remus where twin brothers who were the founders of Rome.
What continents did Rome stretch across?
Rome used to span across Asia Minor, Greece, Macedonia, all of current day Italy, Spain, and North Africa.
What is the definition of a legion?
A legion is a group of up to 6,000 soldiers.
What is Diocletian known for?
Diocletian is known for splitting the Roman Empire into the East and West regions.
What is the definition of a republic?
A republic is a type of government in which people elect leaders to govern them.
Explain the difference between Plebeians and Patricians.
Plebeians are common people while Patricians are rich nobles who ruled Rome.
What is the definition of a forum?
A forum is Rome's public meeting place.
Who was Aeneas?
Aeneas was a great piece of Roman history. He was a great Trojan hero who escaped Troy after the Greeks tore the land into pieces. He left with his followers and reached Italy after a long/dangerous journey.
What is the definition of the Apostles?
The Apostles were 12 disciples whom Jesus chose to receive special training.
Who was Cincinnatus?
Cincinnatus was one of Rome's famous dictators. Although he was a farmer, the Romans chose him to defend the city against many powerful enemy's.