Important Events
In the year 44 BCE, this Roman general became "dictator for life."
Julius Caesar
This "dictator for life" was part of the Late Roman Republic.
Julius Caesar
The city of Rome was founded on Palatine Hill in the modern day country of...
Italy
Which time period in Roman history existed between the years 509 - 146 BCE?
The Early Roman Republic
In the year 509 BCE, the Etruscan king was removed from power in Rome, which began the Roman... Republic or Empire?
Republic
According to legend, what are the names of the twin brothers who founded the city of Rome?
Remus and Romulus
This Roman road was used to transport soldiers and equipment across Roman lands.
Appian Way
What is the final time period in Roman history called?
The Late Roman Empire
This period of time was an increase in Roman military and economic strength under Augustus...?
Pax Romana or Roman Peace
This is the name for the highly trained soldiers of Ancient Rome.
Legionnaires
This famous Roman amphitheater held gladiator matches.
The Roman Colosseum
Which time period began in the year 27 BCE?
The Early Roman Empire
In the year 476 CE, the Roman Empire...
Ended, after being attacked by Germanic groups
This figure was the first Emperor of Rome after Julius Caesar. Caesar was his great-uncle.
Augustus
This previously dormant volcano erupted in Rome wiping out the ancient city of Pompeii...(Hint: Early Roman Empire)
Mount Vesuvius
During which time period were Roman territories at their maximum size?
The Early Roman Empire
During this time period, the Romans had 26 different emperors in a 55 year period...? (Hint: Late Roman Empire)
The Imperial Crisis
This Roman Emperor moved the capital of Rome, and made Christianity the official religion.
Constantine
These channels were built to carry water across Roman territories.
Aqueducts
During this time period, the capital of Roman territories moved from the city of Rome to Constantinople?
The Late Roman Empire