Geography
Why were the mountains and sea important to the Romans(hint: Think back to Greece).
to keep invaders out
During the Roman Empire, what was the main religion
Polytheistic
What kind of system did Rome invent that helped waste out of the city
Sewer System and public bathrooms
How did the Plebeians over power the government and got the permission to vote
They went on strike, Civil disobedience
What people were about 95% of Roman population were poor and went on strike
Plebians
Why was the Tiber river importaint
Fresh water, fishing, transportation, and trade
Which Roman emperor tarred people who believe in Christianity
Nero
What was invented by Julius Caesar and is still used by people today
Julian calendar, it has 365 days and a leap year every 4 years. (And it is like the presidential election in the same year as well as the summer Olympics)
When the Plebeians had control what form of control was it called when everyone had rights
Monarchy
What made up of about 5% of Rome's population and were in civil councils
Patricians/Nobles
How long was the Roman empire at its peak
2.3 million square miles
This Roman god is the king of gods and is the counterpart of Zeus
Jupiter
True or False: The Romans invented Cement
True, they used volcanic mix and as well as cobblestone to make roads and structures like the Pantheon
Who was considered the First Emperor of Rome
Augustus
Which Civilization was the "breadbasket" for grain on Rome
A) Mesopotamia. B)China. C)Egypt. D)Greece.
C.
Why were the Alps useful
they were used as natural barriers
What were mystery cults?
They were secretive, private religions that offered a personal emotional connection and afterlife.
Constructed in the 2nd century A.D., this architectural marvel in Rome features the world's largest unsupported concrete dome
Pantheon
What was the role of a dictator?
a legal position appointed only during military emergencies to restore order.
What were slaves called when they have freedom from Rome
Freedmen (Liberti)
Why didn't early settlers build Rome on the Mediterranean coast?
To avoid tsunamis, attacks from other cities, sandy soil was hard to farm in.
Who was the Pontifex Maximus?
Which stone, bridge-like structures were used to carry water from the hills into the city
Aqueducts
Why did the Republic eventually collapse?
over expansion,massive wealth inequality, and the rise of powerful generals who were more loyal to their personal glory than to the state.
Who was on the first coin of Roman currancy
Julius Caesar