There's No Place Like Rome Trivia Quiz

Answer: Catacombs

The catacombs were thought to have emerged due to the shortage of land in Rome at the time. There have been close to 600 acres found in centuries of study. They can be up to four stories deep into the earth. The soil, called Tuff rock, made the tunneling easier to do.

It is a soft soil when first exposed to air but it hardens after. The catacombs are located just outside the original walls of Rome. They have been excavated for centuries. While most of the art is gone, historians still claim these are some of the best examples of art from the time.

Answer: Vespasian

The Flavian Emperors, Vespasian and his sons Titus and Domitian, had the Colosseum built on the site of Nero's Golden Palace. It was located in the center of Rome. The Colosseum was a gift to all people, regardless of state. It was actively used for over four centuries but it fell into disarray by the 6th century.

By the 20th century, a combination of weather, natural disasters, neglect and vandalism had destroyed nearly two-thirds of the original Colosseum, including all of the arena's marble seats and its decorative elements.

The Colosseum has remained a leading attraction for tourists from all over the world.

Answer: The Trevi Fountain

The Trevi Fountain was begun in 1730. It was the work of architect Nicola Salvi, and was the successive project of Pope Clement XII, Pope Benedict XIV and Pope Clement XIII. The central figure is Oceanus in an oyster-shell chariot, surrounded by tritons and sea nymphs.

Answer: Alps and Apennine Mountains

The Apennine Mountains form the backbone of the country, with the Tiber River running through the middle of the country. The Alps run along the northern border of the country. Along the western coast, at the base of the Apennines, are the plains areas where the first settlements were built.

Answer: Bicycle

Cars are allowed into Venice only as far as the car park located near the port where the ferry's land. After that it is walking, boats or gondolas. Bicycles are also not allowed in the city. Other islands such as Lido and Pellestrina allow cycling. You can receive a hefty fine if caught riding a bike if not in a designated area.

Answer: Tiber Island

In the 3rd century, Tiber Island was home to the Temple of Aesculapius, the Greek god of medicine and healing. The island has since been home to memorials to many gods including Jupiter and Tiberinus. In the modern day, it is a tourist attraction. It also hosts a yearly film festival.

Answer: Herculaneum and Stabiae

According to the EyeWitness to History website: "Tons of falling debris filled the streets until nothing remained to be seen of the once thriving communities. The cities remained buried and undiscovered for almost 1700 years until excavation began in 1748". Herculaneum was southeast of Naples, and near Pompeii. Stabiae was southwest of Pompeii.

Answer: Triumphal Arches

Triumphal Arches were built to commemorate both battles and individuals. In the Imperial Era, they were built to span the entire roadway where the victors would march back to the palaces. The triumphal arches were decorated with relief sculptures and Latin inscriptions.

Answer: Grapes and Olives

Italy's temperate climate has allowed for fertile ground conducive to growing food. In fact, grapes were so abundant in Rome in the first and second centuries that the emperors at the time had to order fields burned to make room for other food items to be grown.

Answer: Verona

The origin of the name Verona is unknown. It's located on the Adige River in Veneto. It is one of the main tourist destinations in northern Italy, due to its artistic heritage, annual fairs, shows, operas, and the Arena (the ancient amphitheater built by the Romans). Shakespeare used the city of Verona as a setting in three of his plays: "Romeo and Juliet", "The Two Gentlemen of Verona" and "The Taming of the Shrew".