Roman Empire
This was a 200 year period of peace and prosperity in the Roman Empire.
What is the Pax Romana?
He was a brilliant military leader who seized power and led to the end of the Roman Republic.
Who was Julius Caesar?
This year is considered to be the end of the Western Roman Empire and the fall of Rome.
What is 476 CE?
This is another name for the Eastern Roman Empire.
What is the Byzantine Empire?
This arena was used for entertainment including gladiator battles.
What is the Coliseum?
This historical figure was put to death in Judea around 33 C.E., thus sparking a religious movement that spread around the world.
Who was Jesus Christ?
He was responsible for splitting the Roman Empire in two.
Who was Diocletian?
This was the capital of the Eastern Roman Empire.
These are the three social classes which made up Ancient Rome.
What are patricians, plebians, and enslaved people?
He was the first Roman Emperor.
Who was Caesar Augustus?
Invasions from outsiders, greedy leaders, and constant civil wars.
What are reasons for the Fall of Rome?
This is the year the Eastern Roman Empire fell.
What is 1453 CE?
This Byzantine emperor wrote and organized a "Code" of laws.
Who was Justinian?