Background Info
What kind of geographical feature is Rome located on?
peninsula
What were Roman roads and aqueducts made of?
Concrete
What material did the Romans make many arches and domes out of?
concrete
What language did the Romans speak?
Latin
Which popular religion was created out of the Roman Empire?
Christianity
What sea is Rome located in the middle of?
Mediterranean Sea
How did Romans used roads? Give 2 examples.
What kinds of things did Romans use arches for?
building aqueducts and bridges
What are the languages based on Latin called?
Romance languages
How did Christianity spread in the Roman Empire
Trade routes
How did the Romans adapt to their environment?
They farmed crops that didn't need much water, like grapes and olives. They also ate whatever kinds of food was easily available to them.
Why did the Romans use aqueducts?
They were able to carry water long distances to places with no water. Then they could set up towns all over the empire.
What is a dome?
A round roof
How was English affected by Roman language?
About half of English words are based on Latin. The English alphabet is also based on Latin.
Why were the Roman laws displayed for everyone to see?
Everyone needed to know what the laws were so they could follow them.
Why did a peaceful empire bring in more money for Rome?
They didn't have to pay for expensive wars. Also, more people wanted to trade with them.
Why did Romans use concrete?
it is stronger than stone and can be made into lots of different shapes (it is easy to use)
What does an architect do?
They design buildings
What is a "Romance language"?
a language based on Latin
Why would someone want to become a citizen?
They get equal rights under the law
What were 2 powers that the emperor had?
Raising taxes and declaring war