Question 1

What significant event marked the beginning of the Roman Empire?

Accepted Answer

The battle of Actium in 31 BC

Answer

The founding of Rome in 753 BC

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The construction of the Colosseum in 70 AD

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The assassination of Julius Caesar in 44 BC

Question 2

In what year was Augustus proclaimed emperor?

Accepted Answer

27 BC

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9 BC

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31 BC

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44 BC

Question 3

What did Vitruvius emphasize as the three qualities that architecture must possess?

Accepted Answer

Venustas, Utilitas, Firmitas

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Beauty, Functionality, Durability

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Symmetry, Proportion, Stability

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Balance, Elegance, Structure

Question 4

What is the purpose of the triumphal arches built during the Roman Empire?

Accepted Answer

To celebrate victories and glories of generals

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To honor the gods

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To mark property boundaries

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To serve as public baths

Question 5

What is the Ara Pacis?

Accepted Answer

An altar dedicated to Pax Augusta

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A Roman temple

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A triumphal arch

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A public bath

Question 6

What architectural feature distinguishes the Theatre of Marcellus from Greek theatres?

Accepted Answer

Arches arranged in sequence

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It uses columns exclusively

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It has a flat roof

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It is underground

Question 7

What type of entertainment was held at the Colosseum?

Accepted Answer

Gladiatorial games and animal hunts

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Chariot races

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Theatrical plays

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Public speeches

Question 8

What is a defining architectural trait of the Colosseum?

Accepted Answer

Radial walls and concentric corridors

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Flat roof with no columns

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Single entrance with no exits

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Open-air structure without interlocking

Question 9

What unique structural method did the Romans use for their theaters?

Accepted Answer

To create fully above-ground theaters

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Using exclusively timber

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Building only below ground

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Integrating natural caves

Question 10

What does the Arch of Titus commemorate?

Accepted Answer

The victories of Titus and the conquest of Jerusalem

Answer

The reign of Augustus

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The construction of the Colosseum

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The founding of the Roman Republic

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