The Roman City Antioch
  • 1. Who founded the city of Antioch?
A) Julius Caesar
B) Alexander the Great
C) Seleucus I Nicator
D) Augustus
  • 2. In which modern-day country is Antioch located?
A) Syria
B) Lebanon
C) Greece
D) Turkey
  • 3. Which major river is Antioch near?
A) Euphrates River
B) Tigris River
C) Nile River
D) Orontes River
  • 4. Which sea is closest to Antioch?
A) Red Sea
B) Black Sea
C) Mediterranean Sea
D) Aegean Sea
  • 5. Antioch was the capital of which ancient region?
A) Syria
B) Judea
C) Cappadocia
D) Galatia
  • 6. Which empire controlled Antioch at its height?
A) Roman Empire
B) Mongol Empire
C) Persian Empire
D) Ottoman Empire
  • 7. Which famous philosopher was associated with Antioch?
A) Plato
B) Lucian of Samosata
C) Epicurus
D) Aristotle
  • 8. Antioch was known for its:
A) Mining industry
B) Cultural and intellectual center
C) Agricultural production
D) Military barracks
  • 9. What natural disaster heavily impacted Antioch in 526 AD?
A) Flood
B) Volcanic eruption
C) Earthquake
D) Plague
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