Time Period
How long did the Roman Empire last?
How large was the Roman Empire by it's height?
5 million square kilometers.
How do we understand the fall of Rome today?
Complex, involving internal and external factors that worked together over a long period.
What is the main functions of Roman art?
To glorify the Roman Empire,Its rulers and their accomplishments.
Name 5 cities in Italy.
Rome, Milan, Florence, Venice, and Naples.
What is the Pax Romana?
A period of relative peace and prosperity in the Roman Empire that lasted from 27 BCE to 180 CE.
What were the main causes of the fall of the roman empire?
Internal Decay, Economic problems,and External Pressures like Barbarian Invasions.
How did the roman emperors maintain power?
Through a combination of military.
What are some key characteristics of Roman Art?
Diverse and Eclectic nature.
Name some foods from Italy.
Spaghetti, Pizza, Arancini, Caprese salad, and Ribollita.
Who was the first Roman Emperor.
It was Augustus Caesar.
What was Rome cuisine like?
These were popular ingredients, Vegetables ,Legumes,grains and seafood.
how did The Roman Empire deal with internal and external threats?
Through a combination of military might.
What is the Ara Pacis?
A marble monument in Rome dedicated to the Pax Romana.
What are some famous statues in Italy?
Madonnina statue, Palestrina Pieta, Christ and Saint Thomas.
Who were the 5 good emperors?
Nerva,Trajan,Hadrian,Antoninus Pius, and Marcus Aurelius.
What kind of Entertainment was popular in Rome?
Public Spectacles and Theatrical Performances.
How did the Roman army function?
legionaries
How did Roman architecture influence lated Roman architecture?
Influencing structural elements and design principles.
What are the key events and figures that shaped Rome's rise?
Its early foundations,The Punic wars, and the establishment of the Republic.
What were some of the major achievements of the Roman civilization?
Aqueducts, The Colosseum, The Julian Calendar, Legal Innovations.
What was Roman Education like?
A formal and rigorous process.
How did the Roman Republic evolve into the Roman Empire?
The rise of powerful individuals like Julius Caesar, and Octavian Augustus.
Vibrant colors,intricate details, and use of perspective to create illusionistic scenes often depicting mythological figures and scenes from daily life.
How does Rome continue to be influenced by its ancient past?
Its architectural remnants, cultural traditions, and the Roman language latin.