Middle Ages
Who invaded Rome?
Alaric and the Visigoths
What is an archipelago?
an area that contains a chain or group of islands scattered in lakes, rivers, or the ocean.
Who are the mythical founders of Rome?
Romulus and Remus
What is cuneiform and what civilization created it?
A form of writing using images and Mesopotamia
What state is Bella from?
New Hampshire
What emperor built the Hagia Sophia?
Justinian I
What type of government did Athens have?
Democracy
Who did Rome fight in the Punic wars?
Carthage?
Where is the fertile crescent located?
Middle East
How old is Bella?
24
Who was known as the greatest king of the Middle Ages?
Charlemagne
What type of government did Sparta have? (hint it's more than one). (bonus 50 if you explain each form of government)
Oligarchy and Monarchy
What is the First Triumvirate? Who was involved: 50 pts each correct name
A political alliance between Julius Caesar, Pompey Magnus, and Marcus Crauss
What two rivers run through Mesopotamia?
Tigris and Euphrates
How many siblings does Bella have?
2
When do the Middle Ages begin?
476- after the fall of the western Roman Empire
Who was Alexander the Great? (Where was he from?+50)
Military general. Macedonia
What does "mare nostrum" mean?
"our sea"
Where was the Indus River Valley civilization located? (2 countries)
India and Pakistan
What grade did Bella teach before this year? 50pts for each grade
7th and 8th
What was the difference between western and eastern Europe during the Middle Ages?
Western- Catholic, Pope was the highest authority, divided into many kingdoms.
Eastern- Orthodox, Byzantine Empire, Emperor was the highest authority
What was the first Greek civilization? (What island could they be found on? +50)
The Minoans. Crete
What is the country located inside of Rome? Who lives there?
Vatican City and the Pope
What are the Vedas?
Ancient Hindu scripture
Who is Bella's favorite historical figure?
Hildegard