Ancient Rome

Question 1

Romuls and Remus

Answer 1

Twin brothers, Tells the events that led to the founding of the city of Rome and the roman kingdom.

Question 2

Etruscans

Answer 2

Highly civilized people if Italy, inhabited ancient italy

Question 3

Plebians and Patricians

Answer 3

Patricians were upper class, plebians were lower class. Completely seperated, could not marry each other

Question 4

Hannibal

Answer 4

General and statesman who commanded against the Roman Republic.

Question 5

Julius Caesar

Answer 5

Another general statesman. Known for his military strategy, and his dictatorship over rome.

Question 6

Octavain

Answer 6

Julius Caesar’s adopted son and heir. First emperor of ancient rome. Brought peace to Rome

Question 7

Roman Baths

Answer 7

Were like our leisure centres. big building with swimming pools. Changing rooms and toilets.

Question 8

Colosseum

Answer 8

Ampitheatre built in rome. Intended to be an entertainment theatre. Hosting gladiator fights, etc.

Question 9

Pax Romana

Answer 9

Means “Roman Peace” The golden age of rome. 200 year period that saw peace.

Question 10

Punic Wars

Answer 10

A series of wars. Rome wanted to expand its territory. 3 took place on land and sea.

Question 11

SPQR

Answer 11

Referring to the government of the roman republic, After deafeating the last king, the people started a new type of government

Question 12

Roman legions

Answer 12

Largest military unit of the roman army. Highly diciplined and well trained.