Rise of Rome, the Republic and Roman inventions
What was the civilization in Northern Italy from which the Romans got their alphabet, clothing and gladiator tradition?
The Etruscans
When Julius Caesar was a young man he was abducted by whom?
Pirates
What is the christian holy book?
The Bible
Who was the first Emperor of Rome?
Augustus
Which state in the U.S. is only one syllable long?
Maine
What is the meaning of the word Republic or “Res Publica” in Latin?
For the People
Who were the wealthy upper class Roman citizens who could vote?
Patricians
The followers of Jesus who spread his message and the Christian faith.
The Disciples
Instead of emperor or king Julius Caesar declared him self what?
Dictator for life
Where were French fries invented?
Belgium
What is the Roman Numeral for 9?
IX
The long era of peace that began with Augustus’ reign was known as?
Pax Romana
A religion that has one god.
Monotheistic
Often considered the worst emperor; he wasted Rome money, declared war on the god Neptune and made his horse a senator. His name literally translated to "tiny boot."
Caligula
What is a group of hedgehogs known as?
A pickle
What year was Rome founded?
753BC
What was the name for the group of senators who supported Caesar in the Civil War?
The Populares
The invaders from Germany who sacked Rome in 410AD.
The Goths
Rome's second emperor. Emperor during Jesus's life. Augustus' stepson.
Tiberius
Which is the only NFL team to go a whole season undefeated, including the Super Bowl?
Miami Dolphins
What did Roman statesman Pliny the Elder say when Carthage was defeated?
Please give the Latin and it's translation
“Carthage delenda est” - Carthage must be destroyed
According to legend (and Shakespeare) what were Caesar's last words?
Latin and it's translation
“And you Brutus?” “E tu Brute?”
What year did the Western Roman Empire officially collapse?
476AD
Hadrian is known for building this structure similar to one that still stands today in China.
A Wall
What is the longest-running Broadway show of all time?
Phantom of the opera