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What was the capital of the Roman Empire?
Rome
True or False: The Roman Empire was established in 27 BC.
True
What title was given to the ruler of the Roman Empire?
Emperor
What was the primary governing body of the Roman Republic?
The Senate
Which famous structure was built to entertain the public in Rome?
The Colosseum
Multiple choice: Which of the following was a Roman general who became dictator for life? A) Julius Caesar B) Augustus C) Nero
A) Julius Caesar
What language was predominantly spoken in the Roman Empire?
Latin
True or False: The Pax Romana refers to a period of peace and stability across the Roman Empire.
True
What was the name of the series of wars fought between Rome and Carthage?
The Punic Wars
Who was the first Roman Emperor?
Augustus
Fill in the blank: The Roman legal system was codified in a document known as the ___.
Twelve Tables
What was the main purpose of Roman roads?
To facilitate military movement and trade
Multiple choice: Which empire did Rome famously fight against during the Punic Wars? A) The Persian Empire B) The Carthaginian Empire C) The Byzantine Empire
B) The Carthaginian Empire
True or False: The Roman Empire was known for its extensive network of aqueducts.
True
Who was the last emperor of the Western Roman Empire?
Romulus Augustulus
Multiple choice: Which of the following was NOT a reason for the decline of the Roman Empire? A) Economic troubles B) Military overreach C) Invention of the printing press
C) Invention of the printing press
True or False: Constantine was the first Roman Emperor to convert to Christianity.
True
What was the Edict of Milan?
A decree that granted religious tolerance for Christianity in the Roman Empire
What was the primary economic system of the Roman Empire?
Agriculture
Who was the famous Roman poet known for works like ‘The Aeneid’?
Virgil
True or False: Gladiatorial games were a common form of entertainment in ancient Rome.
True
What was the main purpose of the Roman Forum?
It served as a public space for politics, commerce, and social activities.
Multiple choice: Which Roman Emperor is known for his philosophical writings? A) Nero B) Marcus Aurelius C) Caligula
B) Marcus Aurelius
What was the main function of Roman aqueducts?
To transport water to cities and towns.
