Practice Test

Question 1

The words you see are in what language?

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A: Latin

Question 2

The Persian wars came to an end about forty years after the first failed invasion of Greece led by Darius I, which means they ended around

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A: 450 BCE.

Question 3

Judging by the map, which best explains why the empire’s western half was hard to rule?

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A: The west covered a large territory and was at more risk of foreign invasion.

Question 4

What conclusion can be drawn about the people of Athens based on the chart?

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B: Compared to the whole population, a small number could vote.

Question 5

In ancient Rome, which family member had the most authority?

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D: father

Question 6

According to its foundation myth, Rome was founded by

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B: twin brothers.

Question 7

What is one way government changed in Athens during the Golden Age?

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A: The number of paid officials increased, which was beneficial to the lower class citizens who served in office.

Question 8

The Pax Romana ended in 180 CE after over one hundred fifty years in existence. The end of this era ushered in a period of

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C: political instability.

Question 9

Rome’s location made it a center for trade throughout the

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D: Mediterranean.

Question 10

Alexander the Great invaded Anatolia, which today is known as

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B: Turkey.

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