The Origins Of Rome Flashcards

1
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What year is traditionally considered the founding year of Rome?

A

753 BC

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2
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Who were the legendary founders of Rome?

A

Romulus and Remus

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3
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True or False: Romulus was the first king of Rome.

A

True

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4
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Fill in the blank: The story of Romulus and Remus is associated with a _____ she-wolf.

A

wolf

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5
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What river is Rome located on?

A

Tiber River

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6
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Which group of people were the earliest inhabitants of Rome?

A

Latins

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7
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Multiple Choice: What was the primary form of government in early Rome?

A

Monarchy

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8
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What significant event happened in 509 BC in Rome?

A

The establishment of the Republic

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9
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Who was the last king of Rome before the Republic was established?

A

Tarquin the Proud

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10
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True or False: The Roman Republic was characterized by a system of checks and balances.

A

True

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11
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What was the role of the Senate in ancient Rome?

A

To advise the consuls and govern the state

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12
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Fill in the blank: The two main social classes in ancient Rome were the _____ and the plebeians.

A

patricians

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13
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What was the significance of the Twelve Tables?

A

They were the first written laws of Rome.

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14
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following was NOT a reason for Rome’s expansion?

A

To maintain isolation

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15
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What was the name of the conflict between Rome and Carthage?

A

Punic Wars

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16
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True or False: The Punic Wars led to Rome’s dominance over the Mediterranean.

17
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What was the primary economic activity in early Rome?

A

Agriculture

18
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Fill in the blank: The Roman military was known as the _____ army.

19
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Who was the famous general from Carthage during the Second Punic War?

20
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What is the term used for the period of peace and stability in the Roman Empire?

A

Pax Romana

21
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True or False: The Roman Empire was established immediately after the fall of the Republic.

22
Q

What was the main governing body of the Roman Republic?

A

The Senate

23
Q

Fill in the blank: The city of Rome was built on _____ hills.

24
Q

Multiple Choice: Which of the following was a key factor in Rome’s military success?

A

Advanced tactics and organization

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What was the significance of the Roman Forum?
It was the center of public life in Rome.
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Who were the Gracchi brothers, and why are they significant?
They were reformers who attempted to address social issues in Rome.