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Famous Sights Of Rome Trivia Quiz

Ahh, Rome, the Eternal City. If you're like me, traveling to Rome is a wonderful dream. Let's take a trip in this little quiz, shall we?

A multiple-choice quiz by mnina. Estimated time: 3 mins.

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Jul 27 23

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Question 1 of 10

1. Who was the original architect and designer of St. Peters Basilica? Hint

Michelangelo

Bramante

Raphael

Leonardo DaVinci

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Question 2 of 10

2. The Temple of Venus and Rome was designed by which Roman Emperor? Hint

Julius Caesar

Hadrian

Nero

Caesar Augustus

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Question 3 of 10

3. What is the other name of the Flavian Amphitheater? Hint

the Markets of Augustus

the Roman Forum

the Colosseum

the Pantheon

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Question 4 of 10

4. What was the Roman city center? Hint

Markets of Augustus

the Spanish Steps

Via Esposito

The Roman Forum

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Question 5 of 10

5. Why was the Piazza of St. Peters built? Hint

so the greatest number of people could be blessed by the pope

so that mud would not defile the sacredness of the area

to connect the buildings of the Vatican

to allow the Vatican guards firm footing

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Question 6 of 10

6. Were the Spanish Steps designed by a Spanish architect?

Yes

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Question 7 of 10

7. The main shopping area of ancient Rome was called the Markets of Trajan.

True

False

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Question 8 of 10

8. What is said to happen if you throw a coin over your shoulder into the Trevi Fountain. Hint

You will return to Rome

Your wish will be granted

You will marry your true love within one year

Your pockets will never be empty

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Question 9 of 10

9. The Pantheon is famous for its huge statue of Julius Caesar.

True

False

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Question 10 of 10

10. Which saint is buried within the Santo Stefano Rotondo? Hint

St. Paul

St. Stephen

St. John the Evangelist

St. Sebastian

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. Who was the original architect and designer of St. Peters Basilica?

Answer: Bramante

St. Peter's Basilica was built in 1546. Although both Michelangelo and Raphael both worked on the architecture and design of St. Peters, the original plans were designed by Bramante. You can see the rounded top of the Basilica easily, as it soars above Vatican hill.

2. The Temple of Venus and Rome was designed by which Roman Emperor?

Answer: Hadrian

The favored designer of Hadrian was Apollodorus of Damascus. But Hadrian was unhappy with his design. He undertook the project himself. It was built between the years 123 and 135 AD.

3. What is the other name of the Flavian Amphitheater?

Answer: the Colosseum

The Colosseum was built during the years 70 to 82 AD. Vespasian was the designer, and it was inaugurated by the Emperor Titus in 80AD. Everyone knows of the gladiator fights held there. But did you know that the Colosseum was built to be water tight so water battles could take place between Roman ships?

4. What was the Roman city center?

Answer: The Roman Forum

The Roman Forum was built between the years 100 to 300. It was here where all political and public speaking occurred. It was the core of the ancient city. (There is no Via Espsito that I know of. Esposito is my maiden name.)

5. Why was the Piazza of St. Peters built?

Answer: so the greatest number of people could be blessed by the pope

The architect and designer of the Piazza of St. Peters was Bernini, and it was constructed during the ears 1656 and 1667. Pope Alexander VII was concerned that not enough citizens were able to see him and be blessed by him. Hence, the building of the square.

6. Were the Spanish Steps designed by a Spanish architect?

Answer: No

The Spanish Steps were designed by Alessandro Specchi and Francesco DiSantis, Italians. The Spanish Steps get their name from being in the vicinity of the original Spanish Embassy which was located on the Piazza di Spagna. They were designed to connect the Via del Popolo and the Via Felice, and were not constructed until the time period between 1721 and 1728.

7. The main shopping area of ancient Rome was called the Markets of Trajan.

Answer: True

Designed by Apollodorus of Damascus, the Emperor Trajan's favored architect, the market held up to 150 shops and offices. This was the commercial district of Rome.

8. What is said to happen if you throw a coin over your shoulder into the Trevi Fountain.

Answer: You will return to Rome

The Trevi Fountain was built during the papal years of Pope Clement XII, in 1735. It's architect was Salvi. The backdrop of this beautiful fountain has been used in countless movies and television shows. It was the main setting for the old Hollywood movie, Three Coins In A Fountain'.

9. The Pantheon is famous for its huge statue of Julius Caesar.

Answer: False

The Pantheon was built after the time of Julius Caesar, between the years 118 and 126. It is an ancient Roman temple famous for its large colonnade of beautiful columns which front the Piazza della Rotonda.

10. Which saint is buried within the Santo Stefano Rotondo?

Answer: St. Stephen

This lovely rotunda was built specifically to house the remains of St. Stephen during the years between 468 and 483 AD. St. Stephen is said to be the Catholic Church's first martyr. Because he was stoned to death, he is the patron saint of stonemasons. He died in 35 AD and his feast day is December 26.

Source: Author mnina

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