Rome Quiz (multiple choice)

Who were the two founders of Rome in legend?

Romulus and Remus

What was the name of the evil King?

Numator

Who were the Patricians and the Plebeians?

Patricians were the wealthy, aristocratic ruling class in ancient Rome, while plebeians were the common citizens who made up the majority of the population

What was the Senate, the Tribunes and the 2 Consuls role in the government?,

The Senate acted as an advisory body that controlled finances and foreign policy

The two Consuls served as the chief executives with military and civil authority

The Tribunes, elected by the plebeians, acted as a check on power by protecting plebeian rights and vetoing actions they deemed harmful

Laws were written onto how many tables?

12

How many Senators and Consuls were there?

300 senators

2 consuls

How long was a term for?

Consul: 1 year

Senate: Life

What were the different types of Infantry in Hannibal’s Army?

Libyan heavy infantry, who were well-disciplined and fought in a phalanx formation, and Iberian and Gallic infantry, who were known for their ferocity but less for their discipline. Other crucial components were Balearic slingers and Numidian javelinmen, who served as skirmishers to disrupt enemy formations from a distance. 

How many Punic Wars were there in total?

3

• First Punic War (264–241 BCE): Fought primarily over control of Sicily, Rome developed a strong navy to defeat Carthage.

• Second Punic War (218–201 BCE): Famous for the Carthaginian general Hannibal's invasion of Italy, the conflict ended with a Roman victory at the Battle of Zama.

• Third Punic War (149–146 BCE): A final, prolonged siege resulted in the complete destruction of the city of Carthage. 

What were the names of 3 famous battle victories of Hannibal?

The Battle of Trebia (218 BC), the Battle of Lake Trasimene (217 BC), and the Battle of Cannae (216 BC)

How did the Punic Wars benefit Rome?

The Punic Wars benefited Rome by transforming it into the dominant power in the Mediterranean, which led to vast territorial gains, including Sicily, Sardinia, Corsica, and Spain. These victories provided immense wealth through tribute and slaves, stimulated military and naval development, and established a professional army. This shift laid the foundation for Rome's transition from a republic to a vast empire.  

What problems did the Republic face?

The Roman Republic faced problems including political corruption, social and economic inequality, military instability, and challenges governing its expanding territory. These issues fueled civil wars, a breakdown of trust in government, and the rise of powerful military leaders like Julius Caesar, ultimately leading to the end of the Republic and the rise of the Roman Empire. 

What happened to Julius Caesar? Why?

Julius Caesar was assassinated by a group of Roman senators on March 15, 44 BC, because they feared his growing power and believed he intended to become king, which would end the Roman Republic. Leaders of the conspiracy, including Marcus Junius Brutus and Gaius Cassius Longinus, stabbed Caesar to death in the Senate chamber. The senators' goal was to save the Republic, but their actions instead triggered a civil war that ultimately led to the end of the Republic and the rise of the Roman Empire. 

How did Augustus turn citizens into supporters?

Augustus gained citizen support through a combination of restoring stability, providing economic benefits, and using extensive propaganda. He secured loyalty by ending civil wars and promising the return of the rule of law, which was appealing to a traumatized populace. He also provided land and benefits to his army veterans, distributed grain, improved infrastructure, sponsored lavish public games, and engaged in a massive building program that showcased the prosperity and glory of Rome under his rule. 

Features of Head of Augustus- how did they help him seem like a good leader?

The features of the Head of Augustus helped him project an image of an ideal, powerful, and divinely favored leader, a form of propaganda designed to consolidate his power after years of civil war.