Test on Ancient RomePart I. VocabDirections: Write the correct term in the blank. Use the word bank to help you.aqueduct veto peninsula monotheistic republic dictator polytheistic consuls 1. The Jewish and Christian religions are ______________________________ because they only believe in one God.2. Italy, like Florida, is a ____________________________, surrounded by water on three sides. 3. The Romans, just like the Greeks and the Egyptians, were _____________________________ because they believed in many gods and goddesses. 4. Rome’s government, like the United States’, was a __________________________, with people voting for representatives to make decisions for them. 5. Before emperors, Rome was ruled by two _______________________, who made most of the decisions. 6. An ____________________________ carried water from the hills to the city using gravity, stone arches, and pipes. 7. A _______________________________ ruled temporarily over Rome in times of crisis or need.8. To ____________________ something means to reject something, or say “no.”

Part II. Multiple Choice and Short AnswersDirections: Please place the correct letter in the blank provided or answer in the space provided.

__________ 9. All of the following were true about Rome’s location EXCEPT:A. It was built on hills next to the Tiber River B. It was located on a peninsulaC. It had abundant (lots) of rainfall D. It was in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean

__________ 10. The Pax Romana was 200 years of ____________________ and _________________ . A. peace...prosperity B. war…conflict C. trade…war D. assassination…corruption

__________ 11. The Consuls, Assembly and Senate were all branches of the:A. Twelve Tables. B. Triumvirate. C. Roman Republic. D. Citizen Army.

__________ 12. Which of the following was NOT considered one of the “crazy” emperors?A. Nero B. Constantine C. Commodus D. Caligula

__________ 13. What conclusion can we make from the facts below about Roman women?• Roman women could own property.• Roman women could make wills leaving their property to whomever they chose.

A. women had the right to vote B. women enjoyed some legal rights C. women were equal to men D. women could hold political offices

__________ 14. Based on the information provided by this map, which statement about Constantinople is accurate?

A. Africans traded more goods in Constantinople than in any other area.

B. Constantinople was a city located on the Mediterranean Sea.

C. Gold was the primary commodity that China sent toConstantinople.

D. Constantinople was an important trading center.

___________ 15. By looking at Latin roots, it is often possible to figure out what English words mean. Look at the chart below. What is another word that uses the Latin prefix meaning “eight”?

A. sextet

B. octagon

C. novice

D. decimal

Use the map to answer the following questions:

___________ 16. Most of the groups shown on the map:

A. are Vandals. B. invaded the east.C. came from the north. D. were turned back.

___________ 17. The stars on the map represent:

A. historical sites. B. capitals.C. battles sites. D. trade centers.

18. Based on what we talked about in class, which side of the Empire fell first?

19. According to the quote above, how were Christians treated during the reign of Nero? Give examples.

20. The concept of democracy, or rule by the people, was first developed by ancient Greeks. Leaders of ancient Rome continued that development. Roman men were citizens who could vote for people to represent them. A ruling body, called a Senate, was run by powerful people. Less powerful citizens were given the right to veto, or stop, an action of the Senate. In these ways, all citizens had a say in the government. One emperor, Claudius, said: “Let them enjoy indeed the title of citizens.” —Emperor Claudius, as recorded b Tacitus, A.D. 48

According to the information above, what rights did Roman men enjoy as citizens?

21. According to the document above, what things were done by the government in regards to Christianity?

22. The concept of democracy, or rule by the people, was first developed by ancient Greeks. Leaders of ancient Rome continued that development. Roman men were citizens who could vote for people to represent them. A ruling body, called a Senate, was run by powerful people. Less powerful citizens were given the right to veto, or stop, an action of the Senate. In these ways, all citizens had a say in the government. One emperor, Claudius, said: “Let them enjoy indeed the title of citizens.” —Emperor Claudius, as recorded b Tacitus, A.D. 48

What rights did Roman men enjoy as citizens?

Use the chart on Roman gods and goddesses to answer the following two questions.

23. Which of the gods and goddesses would an ancient Roman probably have sought advice or protection if:she was about to have a baby?

he was about to open a business?

she was about to harvest a field of wheat?

he was about to go into battle?

24. All of the planets in our solar system (except Earth) are named for Roman gods. Identify/list the 6 that are in the table.

Use the timeline above to answer the next three questions.

25. What year did the Roman Empire split? ____________________________________________________________________________

26. Name two German groups that invaded Rome. _____________________________________________________________________

27. What year did the Western Roman Empire end? __________________________________________________________________

28. The ancient Roman Empire covered a huge area and included many groups of people. To rule such a large area, the Romans created a code of laws that many nations still use today. What follows are some principles, or basic rules, that the Romans developed.

• All free people have equal rights before the law.• A person must be considered innocent until he or she is proven guilty.

• Accused people should be allowed to face their accusers and defend themselves.• Judges must interpret the law and make decisions fairly.

• People have rights that no government can take away.

Which principle prevents someone from going to jail based on a rumor that he or she committed a crime?

Read the two passages and then answer the following two questions.

29. Which natural disaster struck the Roman Empire in 336 CE?

30. What deadly illness arrived from southeastern Asia, and how did it negatively affect Rome?

Read the following and look at the map to answer the question below:There is a saying that “All roads lead to Rome.” This was definitely true. The Romans built about 85,000 km of roads across the empire. The roads were used to link far-away provinces with Rome. The army used them to move soldiers quickly from area to area. Traders used roads to sell goods and food throughout the empire.

31. What are 3 ways the Roman roads were used?

Read the following and look at the picture to answer the question below:An except from "Gladiators, 50 AD:"“In the morning men are thrown to bears or lions, at midday to those who were previously watching them. The crowd cries for the killers to be paired with those who will kill them, and reserves the victor for yet another death. This is the only release the gladiators have...There was no escape for them. The slayer was kept fighting until he could be slain.” 32. How were your seats in the arena determined?

33. What happened to the gladiators who were not killed?

34. Match the picture to the social class by putting the correct letter in the blank.

___________ Slaves

___________ Patricians

___________ Plebeians

A CB

Rome’s architecture was very unique. They had certain types of designs in their buildings that they created on their own, while others were copied from the Greeks.

35. What two types of building designs can you see in these pictures that we discussed in class?

Use the chart to answer the question below.

36. According to the chart, which branch of the Roman government had the most power?

37. Which group elected the consuls?