Roman History Quiz

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What did the plebeians gain through the creation and use of tribunes?

The right to vote

Access to food and water

Access to high offices in the Senate

The right to voice their opinion (correct)

How were the Pax Romana and the Age of Pericles in Athens similar?

Both were times of peace and artistic advancement (correct)

Both had little trade with the outside world

Both were times of warfare

Both were times of poverty

What is the definition of a dictator as it pertains to ancient Rome?

There were no dictators in ancient Rome

Someone who uses force to rule over the people

An individual who illegally seizes power

An individual elected during a crisis to rule for six months (correct)

Which Roman emperor is described by the box above?

Augustus Signup and view all the answers

What was the prominent concept for Western civilization established in Roman law?

All citizens would be equal before the law Signup and view all the answers

The Romans in their early history had an elected Senate. What form of government is this?

Republic Signup and view all the answers

The geographic location of Rome led to its dominance of the Mediterranean. Which of the following statements is not true?

Rome is located on a high plateau among several mountains which act as natural barriers against foreign invaders Signup and view all the answers

What are the Twelve Tables?

The written law code Signup and view all the answers

The proposal of laws and inclusion of 300 members are just some traits of the Roman...

Senate Signup and view all the answers

What crucial component defined the Edict of Milan?

Gave tolerance to Christians Signup and view all the answers

Which of these is a reason the Roman Republic declined? (Check three)

Tensions between rich and poor Signup and view all the answers

Use the map to answer the question: What continent did the Romans not trade with?

Australia Signup and view all the answers

Which trade item came from Egypt?

Marble Signup and view all the answers

If you were a businessman trading between Gaul and Alexandria, which trade item available in Gaul could you sell in Egypt for the most profit?

Olive oil Signup and view all the answers

Which group of barbarians invaded the city of Rome from North Africa?

Vandals Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the capital of the Eastern Roman Empire?

Constantinople Signup and view all the answers

The barbarian group that invaded only France was the...

Franks Signup and view all the answers

The individual most responsible for the downfall of the Roman Republic was...

Julius Caesar Signup and view all the answers

How were Christians treated in the Roman Empire during the first century?

They were persecuted by the government Signup and view all the answers

Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven... The excerpt above could be used to explain...

Why Christianity was a religion that appealed to the poor and powerless Signup and view all the answers

What did Attila and the Huns he led accomplish?

They united the barbarian tribes and attacked Rome Signup and view all the answers

Barbarians invaded the Empire, the Empire in the West was weakened by the split of the Empire into two parts, widespread poverty caused unrest, and weak emperors. The best title for the above list would be...

Causes for the decline and fall of the Roman Empire Signup and view all the answers

The First Triumvirate combined the powers of which of the following men?

Crassus, Caesar, and Pompey Signup and view all the answers

Why was the Roman Senate upset about Caesar's position as dictator?

They thought he had too much power Signup and view all the answers

Which group's invasion of Rome marks the end of the empire in 476 CE?

The Visigoths Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Plebeian Gains Through Tribunes

Plebeians gained access to food and water, the right to vote, and the right to voice their opinions through the creation and use of tribunes.

Similarities Between Pax Romana and Athenian Age of Pericles

Both periods were characterized by peace and artistic advancement.

Roman Dictator Definition

A dictator is an individual elected during a crisis to rule for six months.

Roman Emperors

Diocletian was a Roman Emperor.
Caesar was a Roman Emperor.
Ptolemy and Augustus were also Roman Emperors.

Western Civilization's Concept Established in Roman Law

The prominent concept was that all citizens are equal before the law.

Roman Government in Early History

The elected Senate is a form of Republic government.

Geographic Location of Rome

Rome is located on the Italian peninsula, protected from the rest of Europe by the Alps Mountains.
It's situated on a river, near an abundance of farmland and close proximity to a high plateau, with mountains acting as defenses.
Rome has easy access to the Mediterranean Sea.

Twelve Tables

The Twelve Tables were the written law code of ancient Rome.

Edict of Milan

A crucial component of the Edict of Milan was granting tolerance to Christians.

Decline of Roman Republic

Ongoing military conquest, tensions between the rich and poor, and corrupt officials were reasons for the decline of the Roman Republic.

Roman Trade

The Romans did not trade with Australia.

Trade Item from Egypt

Egypt was a source of marble.

Most Profitable Trade Item

Olive oil sold in Egypt was potentially the most profitable trade item available in Gaul.

Barbarian Invaders

Vandals invaded Rome from North Africa.

Eastern Roman Empire Capital

Constantinople was the capital of the Eastern Roman Empire.

Barbarian Group Invaded France

Visigoths were the group that invaded France.

Individual Responsible for Roman Republic Downfall

Julius Caesar was the individual most responsible for the downfall of the Roman Republic.

Treatment of Christians in Early Roman Empire

Christians in the early Roman Empire were persecuted by the government.

Christianity and the Poor

Christianity appealed to the poor and powerless.

Attila and the Huns

Attila and the Huns accomplished destroying the Roman Empire in the Western part.

Barbarian Invasions

Barbarian invasions, coupled with internal conflicts and poverty, contributed significantly to the fall of the Roman Empire in the West.

First Triumvirate

The First Triumvirate combined the powers of Crassus, Caesar, and Pompey.

Caesar's Dictatorship

The Roman Senate was upset with Caesar's dictatorship because they believed he had too much power.

End of the Roman Empire

The Visigoths' invasion of Rome marked the end of the Western Roman Empire in 476 CE.

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Test your knowledge on key aspects of Roman history, including the role of plebeians, the significance of tribunes, and Roman government structures. Explore the similarities between the Pax Romana and the Athenian Age, and learn about notable Roman emperors and laws. This quiz covers essential elements of Western civilization and Rome's geography.