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Practice - Prehistory and Ancient Civilisations - 06

Hello, young historians! Are you ready to voyage back in time to the world of the Ancient Greeks? They were known for their powerful gods, magnificent architecture, and remarkable thinkers. Let's see how much you've learned about this fascinating civilisation. Grab your thinking hats, and let's begin this adventure!
1 .
What is the Parthenon?
A Greek theatre
An ancient market
A temple
A public meeting space
The Parthenon is a former temple on the Athenian Acropolis dedicated to the goddess Athena.
2 .
Who were Romulus and Remus?
Two famous gladiators
Twin brothers who founded Rome
The richest men in Rome
Roman Emperors
According to lore, Romulus and Remus were twin brothers who founded Rome. Romulus eventually became the city's first king.
3 .
What is the large Roman amphitheatre in Rome known as?
The Colosseum
The Pantheon
The Villa
The Basilica
The Colosseum is a famous example of a Roman amphitheatre where gladiatorial contests, dramas and more took place.
4 .
What famous wall did the Romans build in Britain?
Great Wall of China
Wonderwall
Hadrian's Wall
Wall of Constantinople
Hadrian's Wall, named after Emperor Hadrian, marked the northernmost frontier of the Roman Empire in Britain.
5 .
Who is considered the 'Father of History' in the Greek tradition?
Hercules
Herodotus
Homer
Hermes
Herodotus, a Greek historian from the 5th Century BC, is often called the 'Father of History'.
6 .
Who was the first Roman Emperor?
Julius Caesar
Augustus Caesar
Marcus Aurelius
Nero
Augustus Caesar was the first Roman Emperor, ruling from 27 BC until his death in AD 14. He was Julius Caesar's adopted son.
7 .
Who was known as the 'blind poet' who composed the Iliad and the Odyssey?
Homer
Sappho
Euripides
Aristophanes
Homer, although believed to be blind, authored the Iliad and the Odyssey, two epic poems that are central works of ancient Greek literature.
8 .
What was the culture of Sparta?
Democratic
Agricultural
Military
Scientific
Sparta was known for being a military society ruled by two kings and an oligarchy, or small group of people having control.
9 .
What was a Roman legion?
A form of currency
A type of food
A political office
A military unit
A Roman legion was a large unit of the Roman army, made up of thousands of soldiers.
10 .
Roman roads were constructed in which distinctive shape?
Curved
Circular
Straight
Zigzag
Roman roads were known for being straight, built to offer the most direct route for their armies.
Author:  Graeme Haw

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