Foundation + Geography
What was the name of the twin brothers in the story of Rome's foundation?
Romulus and Remus
Why did the Ancient Romans hold festivals?
To please the gods and keep them happy.
The Paterfamilias, the oldest man.
Where did Romans go to watch entertainment?
Stadiums e.g. colesseum
What colour was a Roman soldier's tunic?
What city was the capital of the Roman Empire?
Rome
Which Roman god was the goddes of the hunt?
Diana
What subjects were studied at Roman school? Name three.
Reading, writing, math, history, geography, music and astronomy.
Why did the Romans have public entertainment?
Because the poorer Romans were jealous of the richer Romans, entertainment was provided to keep the people happy.
Who was in charge of a legion?
A legatus/ general
In the story of Romulus and Remus, why did the brothers fight?
They couldn't agree about which hill to build Rome on
What religion became the main religion in the later years of the Roman Empire?
Christianity
What was the everyday role of women in Roman society
To be good wives and mothers, taking care of the house
Why did the gladiators fight in the battles even though they were dangerous?
To try and win their freedom.
Why was Julius Caesar assassinated?
The senators were upset with how Julius Caesar was leading, and how much power he had.
What were the names of the two seas that surrounded Italy?
The Adriatic and the Mediterranean
Saturn
What things were used to decorate a Roman villa?
Which Gladiator used a net and trident? Retiarius, Murmillo or Thraex?
Retiarius.
Who were the members of the First Triumvirate?
Caesar, Pompey, Crassus
Which Roman god was the father of Romulus and Remus?
Mars, the god of war
What was the role of women in Roman religion?
To fan the flame in the temple of Vesta
Describe the clothing worn by wealthy Roman men.
Tunic, toga, sandals
Why did the secutor have to kill his opponent quickly?
Because he didn't have enough oxygen in his helmet.
How many soldiers were in a century?
100