Ancient Rome Flashcards
In ancient Rome the members of the wealthy upper classes were the
Patricians
As a woman in Roman society, you would
be free to own property and testify in court
Determine whether the following originated and evolved in Greece. Rome, or Both. Select the correct answer in each row
Rule of law- Greece, written constitution
Rome- court proceedings and positions
Both- Democratic Government
The fall of Rome signified the beginning of what new ear?
The Middle Ages
Which aspect of modern Western civilization was most influenced by ancient Roman society?
Law
Greece influenced Rome in all of the following EXCEPT (a) _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _.
Christian Religion
The art of ancient Rome shows strong influences from which earlier civilization?
Greek
Where did the Romans hold the games of the gladiators?
Colosseum
The Greeks influenced the Romans in what way?
Religion, Architecture, Marriage, Government
All of the following occurred during the Roman Republic era EXCEPT . (a) _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
First Triumvirate with Caesar
The time period that included the growth of empires in Greece, Rome, Persia, India, and China is referred to as the –
Classical Era
The ancient Roman civilization made a lasting contribution to democracy through its —
legal code
Which group below received better treatment under the Romans than they had under the Greeks?
women
Determine which feature of western government is reflected in Greek and Roman principles. Move the answers to the correct boxes.
Federalism- Greek City-States
Law Codes- Justinian Twelve Tables
Representative democracy- Roman magistrates and senate
Accountability to the law- the Greek rule of law
Which principle of the U.S. Constitution was a part of the government system in the early Roman republic?
Separation of Powers
Which technological innovation did the ancient Romans introduce?
aquaduct
Who was the famous Roman that conquered Gaul, brought an army to Rome, declared himself dictator for life and was assassinated by the Senate in 44 BCE. He was
Julius Caesar
Which emperor made Christianity the official religion of Rome?
Constantine
Before the establishment of the Republic, Rome was ruled by the (a) _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ from northern Italy.
Kings
Property in ancient Rome was the possession of the father of the household. Generally, the only way sons could gain control of the household was upon the father’s —
death
Who did Rome go to war with for control of the Mediterranean?
Carthage
A Roman athlete, usually a slave, criminal, or prisoner of war, who was forced to fight for the entertainment of the public
gladiator
During the early years of the Roman Republic, how did plebeians differ from patricians?
Plebeians could vote but not hold office
Christianity succeeded in Rome when the powers there were against it. Which of the following is NOT a reason for its success?
It taught that the Bible would lead the Romans to salvation
These 2 groups influenced Roman Civilization
Greeks and Etruscans
When Rome split near the end of its existence, why did the West fall when the East survived a thousand years longer?
The Eastern Empire had a more sustainable and advanced economy.
A typical role of the patricians in the Roman Republic was to —
serve as senators
Which part of the Roman Empire collapsed in 476 A.D.?
Western Empire
This culture influenced Roman mythology
Greeks
Which of the following is NOT part of the legacy of the Roman Empire in the West?
city states
