ANCIENT ROME
Julius Caesar
Who is this Military Hero, Dictator for Life of Rome, Killed by senators.
The Term "Pax Romana" refers to the --
What is the two hundred years of peace in Rome?
Who is the first true emperor of Rome?
August Caesar
Romulus and Remus
Who are the legendary two brothers who founded Rome?
I was the first king of Rome.
Who is Romulus?
Carthage
What is the country the Romans fought during the Punic Wars.
What did Julius Caesar mean by "the die is cast"?
I have made a choice, and now fate will decide what's next.
The city of Rome was built on this river.
What is the Tiber?
This is a curved architectural structure made of stones that fit tightly together. It was used to create other structures like bridges and amphitheaters.
What is the arch?
The Romans invented this strong, waterproof building material.
What is concrete?
What was the name of the last Roman Emperor?
Romulus
What are some of the enduring engineering achievements from Ancient Rome?
The Roman arch and building of roads, bridges, and aqueducts
How much territory did Augustus add to the Roman Empire?
He nearly doubled its size.
I invaded the Italian peninsula from Carthage (Via the Alps!).
Who is Hannibal?
This is the art of public speaking.
The major sea most helped ancient Rome to carry on trade?
What is the Mediterranean Sea?
Person in Ancient Rome who fought in an arena for entertainment - usually a slave
Who is a gladiator?
This was clothing worn by men to show citizenship of Rome
What is a toga?
I was an Egyptian Pharaoh/Queen I supported Julius Caesar but then Marc Antony.
Who is Cleopatra?
This important Roman festival was held on December 17 to honor one of their gods.
What is Saturnalia?
They provided clean water to public baths and water systems in the empire.
What are aqueducts?
thin piece of land surrounded by water on 3 sides - Italy is an example
What is a peninsula?
What changed Rome's view of Christianity?
Constantine and his vision of the Chi-Rho.
ordinary citizen of Rome
What is a plebeian?
capital of the Eastern Roman Empire
What is Constantinople?