Chapter 9.1
What is one difference between the way rich and poor Romans lived?
Rome’s poor were either slaves, had lowing paying jobs, or were unemployed and survived on handouts from the government
Rome’s rich often had multiple homes, were famous for overdoing things, and were known for their feasts
DEFINE Messiah
Savior
Roman emperors were often great generals but not great ______.
Politicians
How many keys are on a standard piano?
88 keys
"Somebody once told me the world was gonna roll me, I ain't the ________ tool in the shed."
Sharpest
All Star - Smash Mouth
DEFINE circus
A type of arena
What is the Greek word for “messiah”?
Christos
What are mercenaries motivated by?
Money!
What was the first country to give women the right to vote?
New Zealand
"I've got sushine on a cloudy day, when it's cold outside I've got the month of _____"
May
I've Got Sunshine - The Temptations
How did the poor people of Rome survive without jobs? Do we have a similar system today?
Poor people in Rome survived without jobs by receiving assistance from the government. Yes, we still have similar programs today, like the Unemployment Benefits here in the US.
Who did conquered people have to show loyalty to once they were part of the Roman Empire?
Roman Gods and the Roman Emperor
DEFINE "mercenary"
A paid soldier
Who is Stefani Germanotta?
"Tell me why, ain't nothing but a ______"
Heartache
I Want it That Way - Backstreet Boys
Were women able to participate in gladiator fights?
Yes
What is one way Christians worship?
Prayer, Song, Gatherings, Baptism, Communion, Confirmation, Holidays - Easter, Christmas, Lent, etc
What was one thing Diocletian did to try and strengthen the empire?
Split the empire into two parts (Eastern and Western)
Enlarged the army
Built new forts at the borders
Improved the tax system
Which sport uses a wooden ball and mallet?
Croquet
"Turn up the music, turn down the _____"
About Dang Time
DEFINE census
An official count of people living in Rome
Who was the Emperor when Rome was set on fire in 64 AD?
Emperor Nero
Where were the tribes from that finally overthrew the Romans?
The North (Germanic tribes)
One country has played in every World Cup. Which one?
Brazil
"I've got my head out the _____, I'm blasting my favorite tunes"
Sunroof by Niky Youre and Dazy