World Book Trivia Quiz Advanced: Ancient Rome (Australia & New Zealand)
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Which language was an official language of the Roman Empire?
- A.
Celtic
- B.
Latin
- C.
Aramaic
Correct Answer
B. LatinExplanation
Latin and Greek were the official languages of the Roman Empire. They were the languages of government officials and the upper classes. Many people in the empire continued to use their own native languages, such as Celtic, Berber, and Aramaic.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Near which river was Rome founded?
- A.
The Tigris River
- B.
The Po River
- C.
The Tiber River
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C. The Tiber RiverExplanation
Rome began as a small farming community on the bank of the Tiber River in central Italy. The Po River is in northern Italy. The Tigris is in southwestern Asia.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Who was one of the great poets of ancient Rome?
- A.
Vesta
- B.
Horace
- C.
Praetor
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B. HoraceExplanation
Horace was one of the greatest poets of ancient Rome. He is famous for his collection of poems titled Odes. Vesta was a goddess of the household. The praetor was the chief legal officer in ancient Rome.Rate this question:
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- 4.
What was the Forum?
- A.
A large theatre in ancient Rome.
- B.
The home of the emperor Vespasian.
- C.
The centre of government in ancient Rome.
Correct Answer
C. The centre of government in ancient Rome.Explanation
The Forum was a section of Rome that served as the city's administrative, legislative, and legal centre. It included many important buildings, such as the Senate house and a number of temples.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Who was the last emperor of the West Roman Empire?
- A.
Romulus Augustulus
- B.
Augustus
- C.
Octavian
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A. Romulus AugustulusExplanation
Romulus Augustulus was the last emperor of the West Roman Empire. His reign ended in A.D. 476, when he was overthrown by the Germanic leader Odoacer. Augustus was the first emperor of Rome. Octavian was Augustus's name before he became emperor in 27 B.C.Rate this question:
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- 6.
How did Julius Caesar die?
- A.
He died of smallpox.
- B.
He was assassinated.
- C.
He was run over by a chariot in the Coloseum.
Correct Answer
B. He was assassinated.Explanation
Caesar was stabbed to death by a group of aristocrats as he entered a Senate meeting on March 15, 44 B.C. Many Romans feared Caesar's ambition.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Which region was not part of the Roman Empire?
- A.
Northern Africa
- B.
Asia Minor
- C.
Central America
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C. Central AmericaExplanation
The Roman Empire included much territory around the Mediterranean Sea, including northern Africa and Asia Minor. During the time of the Roman Empire, the Maya Indians dominated Central America.Rate this question:
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- 8.
The Roman Republic was founded in 27 B.C.
- A.
True
- B.
False
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B. FalseExplanation
The Roman Republic was established in 509 B.C., after Roman nobles overthrew the king. The Roman Empire was established in 27 B.C., after the republican government collapsed.Rate this question:
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- 9.
The Romans adopted most of their gods from the Greeks.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The Romans adopted Greek gods and gave them new, Roman names. For example, the Greek god Zeus became the Roman god Jupiter.Rate this question:
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The ancient Romans were excellent road builders.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
Roman roads covered about 80,000 kilometres. They were built remarkably straight so that Roman troops could move quickly throughout the empire. The roads also promoted trade and communication. Many Roman roads have lasted for thousands of years.Rate this question:
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