A ________________ was a unit of 3,000-6,000 men in the ancient Roman army.
Legion
100
Two of the most well-known city-states in ancient Greece were ______________ and ______________.
Athens and Sparta
100
According to legend, Rome was founded by the brothers _________________ and _______________.
Romulus and Remus
100
A collection of myths, especially one belonging to a particular religious or cultural tradition.
Mythology
200
What is the title used by ancient Roman emperors?
Caesar
200
This was a formation used by both the Greeks and the Romans. It is a body of troops or police officers standing or moving in close formation.
Phalanx
200
A ___________________ was a fortified part of an ancient Greek city, usually built on a hill.
acropolis
200
Gladiators fought in a large theater called a _____________.
Coliseum
200
A city, that with its surrounding territory forms an independent state.
City-state
300
All of the gods of a people or religion collectively.
Pantheon
300
The Roman army led many ______________. This was the defeat and assumption of control of a place or people by use of military force.
Conquest
300
The ___________________ was the temple built in honor of the goddess Athena. It is located in Athens, Greece. (Hint: Mrs. Garcia has been there before.)
Parthenon
300
This official was appointed by the government to live in a foreign city to protect and promote the interests of the citizens. They were NOT selected by the people.
Consul
300
Rule by an emperor.
Imperialism
400
A cruel and oppressive ruler is a ________. Caligula is an example of this.
Tyrant
400
_______________ _________________ was one of the most well-known Roman leaders and a great military leader. He was murdered in the Senate
Julius Caesar
400
True or False: Sparta was known for training excellent warriors.
True
400
True or False: Athens is NORTH of Sparta.
True.
400
An extensive group of states under a single supreme authority, especially an emperor or empress.
Empire
500
An artificial channel for conveying water. It is usually built as a bridge over a low valley.
Aqueduct
500
Not a military man, but a man trained to fight with weapons against other men or wild animals in an arena is a __________________________.
Gladiator
500
True or False: Women had more political freedom in Athens.
False. Women had very little political say-so and were not considered citizens.
500
State one fact about Athens.
Mrs. Garcia will determine correct answers.
500
A legally recognized subject or national of a state or country, either native or naturalized.