Geography
What 2 civilizations had a huge influence on Roman culture?
Greeks and Estruscans
What did the Romans use in their temples?
Greek designs in their own buildings.
Is Roman's government Republic or Democratic?
Republic
Who was the person that lead Christianity into Rome?
Paul was the person who lead Christianity into Rome.
What was a wealthy person that owned land called in ancient Rome?
Patrician
What river did they settle by?
Tiber River
What was the main thing Romans learned from the Etruscans?
Engineering
Who has more power Patricians or Republicans?
Patricians
Where did Christianity begin?
Christianity began in Judea.
Who made up 95% of ancient Rome's population?
Plebeians
What was the main benefit from hills in Rome?
It provides defense
What was the most popular sporting event in Rome?
Chariot racing
How long did the Senators serve in the Senate?
For life
What did they think the Holy Trinity was?
They thought it was the unity of the father, the son, and the holy spirit.
What was the rule that divided citizens into different groups based on wealth?
The Etruscan Rule
Who were the first people to settle in Rome?
The Latins
What did the Romans only write in?
Capital letters
What was the majority of the population, and did they have a lot of power
Plebians/no
When Christianity originated, what famous missionary spread Christianity around Rome?
Paul was the one spreading religion around Rome empire.
Did the Plebeians ever get the same rights as Patricians? (true or false)
True
What Geological feature provided Rome with extremely fertile soil?
Volcanic Ashes
What was the blend of Greek and Romes styles?
"Greco Roman"
Why did the Senate assassinate Julius Caesar?
They thought that Julius was going to take power away from the Senate.
Why did Romans not like Christianity?
The Romans believed in more than one God.
What was the ruler of the household called in ancient Rome?
Paterfamilias