The Pax Romana
The first Roman emperor who didn't like to be called emperor, but rather this name.
What is the first citizen?
This third of the triumvirate was a great general who established 39 cities.
Who is Pompey the Great?
The two natural lines of defense for the city of Rome. Be specific!
What are the Italian Alps, and the Mediterranean Sea?
They make up the executive branch of the Republic.
What are Consuls?
This Roman emperor converted to Christianity on his deathbed.
Who is Constantine?
This was the last great emperor of the Pax Romana. Known for his meditations.
Who is Marcus Aurelius?
The only member of the first Triumvirate to hold the office of Pontificus Maximus
Who is Julius Caesar?
Tarquin was the last king of Rome, before the citizens changed to this system of government.
What is a Republic?
The roman senate is made up of this many senators.
300
This barbarian tribe came from Central Asia and swept through northern Europe
Who are the Huns?
Daily double
Name two of Augustus' reforms
Beautify the city, Brought provinces under control, strengthened defenses, began civil service programs that managed the grain supply, collected taxes and oversaw the postal system.
Nero started the great fire of Rome, but this man may put it out for you, If you have enough cesters.
Who is Crassus?
Romulus killed his brother ___________ to found the city of Rome.
Who is Remus?
The Romans fought these people in the three Punic wars.
Who are the Phoenicians? (Carthaginians)
Daily Double
Name Two of the four reasons that the Roman empire declined.
Military, Social, Political, and Economic.
This Roman Emperor was known for persecuting Christians, he was also a pretty good orator.
Who is Nero?
Caesar was stabbed this many times on the floor of the Roman senate.
23
How many hills make up the boundaries of Rome?
7
Rome's code of laws during the republic
What are the 12 tables.
At first The Romans saw Christianity as a branch of this, already established religion.
What is Judaism?
This carried water from the distant mountains to the cities.
What is an aqueduct?
This lawyer did not join the Triumvirate. He was known as the greatest Roman Orator
Who was Cisero?
What is the name of the Hill Rome was founded on?
What is Palatine Hill?
The older of these 2 brothers showed the power of the tribune by trying to enact reforms for the Plebeians
Who is Kayes Graccis?
As church officials became major figures in Roman society, the ____________ as the bishop of Rome, emerged as the most influential.
Who is the pope?