Ancient Roman History Trivia Questions
Total Questions: 6
Which emperor, around 122 A.D., ordered the construction of a wall to separate the Romans from the Barbarians?
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hadrian
In ancient Rome, soldiers received 'salarium' as part of their payment. What seasoning does this Latin word refer to?
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salt
Emperor Claudius had a natural harbor built at Ostia at the mouth of which river?
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tiber
Who ruled from Rome for 41 years, from 27 B.C. to 14 A.D.?
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augustus
What was the name of the imperial guard group, organized by Augustus in 27 B.C., that constantly attended the emperor?
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praetorian guard
Who became emperor in 54 A.D. after Claudius was poisoned by his wife, Agrippina?
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nero
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