Rome Flashcards
What were the two main social classes in Ancient Rome?
Plebeians and Patricians
True or False: Patricians were the common people of Ancient Rome.
False
What was the role of plebeians in Ancient Rome?
They were the lower class and primarily worked as farmers, laborers, and soldiers.
Fill in the blank: The __________ were the aristocratic class in Ancient Rome.
Patricians
Which social class had more political power in Ancient Rome?
Patricians
True or False: Plebeians could hold political office in Ancient Rome from the start.
False
What significant change occurred in 494 BC regarding plebeians?
They gained the right to elect their own representatives, called tribunes.
What was the purpose of the Roman Forum?
It served as a public space for commerce, politics, and social activities.
Multiple Choice: Which building was primarily used for gladiatorial contests? A) Colosseum B) Pantheon C) Circus Maximus
A) Colosseum
What architectural feature is the Pantheon famous for?
Its large dome and oculus.
True or False: The Circus Maximus was used for chariot races.
True
Who were the tribunes in Ancient Rome?
Elected representatives of the plebeians.
Fill in the blank: The __________ was a significant building for Roman religious practices.
Temple
What was the primary purpose of Roman aqueducts?
To transport water into cities.
Multiple Choice: What type of structure is the Colosseum? A) Amphitheater B) Temple C) Basilica
A) Amphitheater
What was a key demand of the plebeians during the Conflict of the Orders?
Political representation and rights.
True or False: The Senate was composed entirely of plebeians.
False
Fill in the blank: The __________ was the main governing body of the Roman Republic.
Senate
What was the significance of the Twelve Tables?
They were the first codification of Roman law.
Who could participate in the assemblies in Ancient Rome?
Both plebeians and patricians.
Multiple Choice: Which structure is known for its perfect proportions and large dome? A) Colosseum B) Pantheon C) Forum
B) Pantheon
What did the term ‘plebeian’ originally refer to?
Common people or lower class citizens.
True or False: The patricians were originally the only class that could serve as priests.
True
Fill in the blank: The __________ was a public space used for markets and gatherings in Rome.
Forum
What was the primary function of the basilica in Ancient Rome?
To serve as a public meeting place and law court.
What was the outcome of the Conflict of the Orders for plebeians?
Increased rights and political power.
Multiple Choice: Which structure is NOT associated with Rome? A) Parthenon B) Colosseum C) Circus Maximus
A) Parthenon
