The Founding of Rome Flashcards
Chapter 11 Lesson #1
1
Q
What 3 present day continents did the Roman Rule extend to?
A
Europe, Africa, Asia.
2
Q
Italy is located in the _________ region.
A
Mediterranean.
3
Q
Why does Italy attract settlers?
A
Italy has a sunny, mild, climate and fertile farmland.
4
Q
What mountains extend north to south?
A
Apennines.
5
Q
Rome was founded about 15 miles up what river?
A
Tiber River.
6
Q
_____ _____ _____ made it easy to defend against enemy attacks.
A
Seven steep hills.
7
Q
Who was Aeneid written by?
A
Virgil.
8
Q
Where did the Latins band together?
A
The plain of Latium in central Italy.
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