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Top 20 most intriguing Rome trivia questions to ask using LivePolls

Welcome to Rome trivia! Get ready to test your knowledge of the ancient city of Rome, the eternal city that has captivated the world for centuries. From its foundation by Romulus and Remus in 753 BC, to its rise as a superpower and eventual fall, learn all the fascinating facts and stories of Rome's storied past. With its monuments, palaces, and architectural wonders, Rome has been a center of power, art and culture, and it continues to influence the world today. Take this quiz and see how much you know about the city of Rome!


1) What is the name of the first Roman emperor?

  • Pompey
  • Caesar
  • Augustus
  • Nero

2) Who wrote the epic poem Aeneid?

  • Virgil
  • Ovid
  • Julius Caesar
  • Augustus

3) How many years did the Roman Empire last?

  • 400
  • 500
  • 800
  • 1000

4) What language did the Romans primarily speak?

  • Greek
  • Latin
  • Italian
  • German

5) What was the name of the Roman Republic?

  • The Roman Republic
  • The Roman Empire
  • The Roman Republics
  • The Roman Imperials

6) Who assassinated Julius Caesar?

  • Augustus
  • Nero
  • Marcus Brutus
  • Pompey

7) Who built the first aqueduct system in Rome?

  • Octavian
  • Augustus
  • Nero
  • Agrippa

8) How did the Roman Empire expand its territories?

  • Through war
  • Through alliances
  • Through trade
  • Through diplomacy

9) Who was the last ruler of the Roman Empire?

  • Constantine
  • Nero
  • Augustus
  • Romulus

10) What was the main form of entertainment in Ancient Rome?

  • Theatre
  • Gladiator fights
  • Comedy
  • Music

11) What were the people of Ancient Rome known for?

  • Their art
  • Their philosophy
  • Their sports
  • Their engineering

12) Which Roman emperor was responsible for the construction of the Roman Colosseum?

  • Julius Caesar
  • Augustus
  • Nero
  • Vespasian

13) What is the Roman goddess of love called?

  • Nemesis
  • Venus
  • Athena
  • Juno

14) What was the capital of the Roman Empire?

  • Rome
  • Athens
  • Constantinople
  • Alexandria

15) What did Roman gladiators fight in the Colosseum?

  • Lions
  • Bears
  • Wild boars
  • Other gladiators

16) What religion was practiced in Ancient Rome?

  • Christianity
  • Judaism
  • Islam
  • Paganism

17) How many hills does the city of Rome stand on?

  • One
  • Two
  • Three
  • Four

18) What did Roman soldiers wear for protection?

  • Leather armor
  • Chain mail
  • Scale mail
  • Plate mail

19) Who is the Roman god of war?

  • Mars
  • Apollo
  • Mercury
  • Zeus

20) How were leaders of Ancient Rome chosen?

  • By election
  • By birthright
  • By lottery
  • By conquest

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