Politics
How many kings did Rome have in total?
Seven kings.
Who were the "engines" of the economy?
Gold.
On which river is the city of Rome located?
The Tiber River.
What architectural element allowed Romans to build massive structures like the Colosseum?
The arch
What is social stratification?
The system by which society ranks people in a hierarchy.
Who chose the king?
The popular assembly.
How was production divided?
Into agriculture
What was the Roman name for France?
Gallia
Which Roman temple features the world's largest unreinforced concrete dome?
The Pantheon in Rome.
How long did the office of consul last?
One year.
What importance did land ownership hold?
It was the basis of wealth.
What was the Roman name for Egypt?
Aegyptus
What was the "secret ingredient" in Roman concrete?
Volcanic ash
What is social class?
A large set of people who share a similar status regarding wealth, power, and prestige.
What was the Roman Senate?
The most influential power controlling politics.
Was livestock farming common?
Yes, especially sheep.
What was the longest river in the Empire?
The Danube
How did Romans transport fresh water to cities?
Through aqueducts
What are the "Bourgeoisie"?
The capitalist class who own the means of production.
What conflict pitted patricians against plebeians?
The Struggle of the Orders.
What was barter in Rome?
A common form of exchange
What are the "Seven Hills of Rome"?
Palatine, Capitoline, Aventine, Caelian, Esquiline, Viminal, and Quirinal.
What material did Romans invent to hold bricks and stones together?
Concrete
A stratification system, like the class system, that allows for social mobility.