Unit 2 Test: The RoMan EmpIre and The Origins of Christianity
start.
Secret Agent Escape Room
map/missions
Mission 01
THIS IS YOUR STORY:You are a rookie agent who aspires to become a professional secret agent. To achieve this, you must infiltrate the underworld at four separate locations. Solve the puzzles in the accompanying review packet to learn the passwords and help identify the others in the room If you collect all the clues, you will get the combination that opens the briefcase with your reward, good luck!
Open the card
Riddle
In the Forum, voices rise, Truth is hidden, cloaked in lies. To pass beyond, you must be wise, Match the terms and claim your prize. Pair the names with what they mean, From kings to roads, from gods to scene. When they unite, they'll guide you through Use numbers tied to letters true Eleven numbers needed, no less, no more. To get the code to get in the door.
Find the code
Continue
Drag the 11 letters in this space and find the numeric passwordThen, write down the numbers that go with each letter in order to get your secret code.
Passcode?
You are about to enter a secret room in the Roman Forum, where you need to identify the individuals speaking and what they are talking about.Pay close attention to what they are saying. Be sure to take notes. Do you have the Passcode?
What is the passcode?
Enter the 11 digit numeric code.
Answer the question
First question
Based on the conversation, who was "Roman 1"
A Romulus
B Cincinnatus
C Remus
Answer the question
Second question
Based on the conversation, who was "Roman 2"
A Gaius Marius
B Cincinnatus
C Remus
Watching closely
(Roman 3): The Senate debates again today, but it is we who must decide what is best for Rome.
(Roman 4): And yet, we till the fields, fight in the legions, and keep Rome alive. Should we not have a voice as well?
(Roman 3): Your voice is heard through the tribunes and in your Council, is it not? Surely that is enough representation.
(Roman 4): They are too few, while our numbers are many!
Continue
(Roman 3): We work so the laws of Rome are written to maintain our legacy and order!
(Roman 4): Then make sure they protect the farmers, merchants, and soldiers, too.
Pay close attention to the conversation to identify who is talking
Answer the question
Third question
Based on the conversation, "Roman 3" was a member of what social class:
A Plebians
B Praetors
C Patricians
Answer the question
Fourth question
Based on the conversation, "Roman 4" was a member of what social class:
A Consuls
B Plebians
C Praetors
Watching closely
(Roman 5): Rome faces threats on all frontiers. I will recruit soldiers even from the landless poor; they seek a life, and Rome needs warriors!
(Roman 6): The army must serve the Republic, not personal ambition. Recruiting men without property undermines our laws and traditions.
(Roman 5): The people’s loyalty is with me, a Roman Consul! By giving the landless a chance, we strengthen the army and ensure we survive!
(Roman 6): But a soldier whose loyalty is to you alone, not the Senate, risks turning Rome into a battlefield for ambition.
Continue
(Roman 5): Desperate times demand bold action. The Republic cannot wait for tradition to defend her!
(Roman 6): I will not sit back while you try to take control from the Senate. Even if I have to fight you in the streets of Rome itself.
Pay close attention to the conversation to identify who is talking
Answer the question
Fifth question
Based on the conversation, who was "Roman 5"
A Lucius Cornelius Sulla
B Gaius Marius
C Tiberius Gracchus
Answer the question
Sixth question
Based on the conversation, who was "Roman 6"
A Lucius Cornelius Sulla
B Tiberius Gracchus
C Marcus Licinius Crassus
Watching closely
(Roman 7): The Senate fears my growing influence, but the people love me. My victories in Gaul prove that I am Rome’s greatest general
(Roman 8): Do not forget who defended Rome from pirates and brought order to the East. The Senate trusts me more than they trust your ambition..
(Roman 8): Now that Crassius is gone, it seems we are destined to clash, for Rome cannot be ruled by us both..
Continue
(Roman 7): Your power rests on their favor. Mine rests on the loyalty of my soldiers
(Roman 7): Perhaps, but the people cheer for me, not the Senate. They know where true strength lies.
(Roman 8): I think it's time we talked about this face-to-face, leave your army and Gual, and come to Rome, and we'll talk about it.
Pay close attention to the conversation to identify who is talking
Answer the question
Seventh question
Based on the conversation, who was "Roman 7"
A Marc Anthony
B Gaius Pompey
C Julius Caesar
Answer the question
Eighth question
Based on the conversation, who was "Roman 8"
A Crassius
B Gaius Pompey
C Augustus Caesar
again?
"I've found you out..."
Watching closely
(Roman 1): Your courage in leaving your plow to save Rome honors the city I founded. How do you bear such responsibility so humbly
(Roman 2): Greatness lies not in power, but in service. Rome thrives when leaders act for the good of all, not for themselves.
(Roman 1): Then you are truly a son of Rome, for the city prospers when its citizens put duty before desire.
(Roman 2): And you gave us the foundation to do so. May Rome always remember that duty and courage must guide her leaders
Continue
Roman 1): May the walls I built and the laws I laid ensure that Rome stands strong for centuries to come.
(Roman 2): And may each citizen, whether farmer or senator, answer the call of Rome with the same courage and humility I have sought to show.
Pay close attention to the conversation to identify who is talking
again?
"I've found you out..."
Watching closely
(Roman 3): The Senate debates again today, but it is we who must decide what is best for Rome.
(Roman 4): And yet, we till the fields, fight in the legions, and keep Rome alive. Should we not have a voice as well?
(Roman 3): Your voice is heard through the tribunes and in your Council, is it not? Surely that is enough representation.
(Roman 4): They are too few, while our numbers are many!
Continue
Roman 3): We work so the laws of Rome are written to maintain our legacy and order
(Roman 4)Then, make sure they protect the farmers, merchants, and soldiers as well.
Pay close attention to the conversation to identify who is talking
again?
"I've found you out..."
Watching closely
(Roman 5): Rome faces threats on all frontiers. I will recruit soldiers even from the landless poor; they seek a life, and Rome needs warriors!
(Roman 6): The army must serve the Republic, not personal ambition. Recruiting men without property undermines our laws and traditions.
Roman 5): The people’s loyalty is with me, a Roman Consul! By giving the landless a chance, we strengthen the army and ensure we survive!
(Roman 6): But a soldier whose loyalty is to you alone, not the Senate, risks turning Rome into a battlefield for ambition.
Continue
(Roman 5): Desperate times demand bold action. The Republic cannot wait for tradition to defend her!.
(Roman 6): I will not sit back while you try to take control from the Senate. Even if I have to fight you in the streets of Rome itself.
Pay close attention to the conversation to identify who is talking
again?
"I've found you out..."
Watching closely
((Roman 7): The Senate fears my growing influence, but the people love me. My victories in Gaul prove that I am Rome’s greatest general
(Roman 8): Do not forget who defended Rome from pirates and brought order to the East. The Senate trusts me more than they trust your ambition..
(Roman 7): Your power rests on their favor. Mine rests on the loyalty of my soldiers.
(Roman 8): Now that Crassius is gone, it seems we are destined to clash, for Rome cannot be ruled by us both..
Continue
(Roman 7): Perhaps, but the people cheer for me, not the Senate. They know where true strength lies.
(Roman 8): I think it's time we talked about this face-to-face, leave your army and Gual, and come to Rome, and we'll talk about it.
Pay close attention to the conversation to identify who is talking
Correct
Congratulations! You've got your first secret number to open the briefcase.
Continue
New number obtained
Secret Agent Escape Room
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Congratulations!you have successfully completed mission 1. Open the Next Envlope for your next task
Mission 02
Open the card
Riddle
Match the names all Romans knew,Find the letters—here's a clue: I was forged by legions, spread by might, Crowned with marble, gleaming bright. From Caesar’s words to law’s command, I stretched my power across the land. Though time has dimmed my endless fire, Men still recall what they admire. Solve the matches, take your time, Find the phrase inside to end this rhyme! (Hint: Give them space, no cap)
Passwords?
You are about to go back into the Forum, where all the Roman Emperors across history are gathered together. Read the conversations carefully to obtain information that will help you answer the next questions correctly.
Secret Phrase?
Give them space, no cap!
Answer the question
First question
Based on the conversation, who was "Emperor 1?
A Augustus Caesar
B Julius Caesar
C Tiberius
Answer the question
Second question
Based on the conversation, who was "Emperor 2"?
A Caligula
B Constantine
C Romulus Augustulus
(Emperor 3): ...it was there fault Rome burned, not mine. Those Christians had to pay!
Watching closely
(Emperor 4): I agree, their rituals are an abomination! I hunted them across the Empire to erase their faith.
(Emperor 5): And yet, I ended your persecution and gave them freedom to worship.
(Emperor 3): Why? They don't worship our gods, so not us, that's treason!
Continue
(Emperor 4):Yes, they will only weaken our Empire! It's already too big to handle, so I had to divide it to control it.
(Emperor 5): You're both wrong! God gave my army victory when we asked for help, and he will help as I reunited the empire into one!
Pay close attentionto the conversation to identify who is talking
Answer the question
Third question
Based on the conversation, who was "Emperor 3?
A Nero
B Claudius
C Diocletian
Answer the question
Fourth question
Based on the conversation, who was "Emperor 4?
A Trajan
B Diocletian
C Commodus
Answer the question
Fifth question
Based on the conversation, who was "Emperor 5?
A Constantine
B Marcus Aurelius
C Justinian
(Emperor 6): I expanded the empire to its greatest extent, but I always sought the favor of the Senate. Power must be tempered by respect for tradition and the dignity of Rome
(Emperor 7): I took power through force and held it with discipline. The Senate was useful, but the legions were my true foundation. Loyalty is forged in battle, not in marble halls.
Watching closely
(Emperor 6): I led my men from the front, not just from the throne. Conquest in Dacia was not just for glory—it was for the prosperity of the empire. A ruler must be admired, not feared
Continue
(Emperor 7): Fear keeps order. I crushed rivals and secured the frontiers. I enriched the soldiers because they are the spine of Rome. Without strength, admiration is hollow..
(Emperor 6): But strength without wisdom leads to tyranny. I governed with justice and earned the title 'Optimus Princeps.' The best ruler is one who serves the people, not just commands them.
(Emperor 7): Justice is a luxury in times of chaos. I ruled in an age of civil war. To survive, I had to be ruthless. I do not regret it, Rome endured because I did what was necessary..
Pay close attention to the conversation to identify who is talking
Answer the question
Sixth question
Based on the conversation, who was "Emperor 6?
A Crassius
B Caligula
C Trajan
Answer the question
Seventh question
Based on the conversation, who was "Emperor 7?
A Septimus Severus
B Scipio Afrucanus
C Tiberius
(Emperor 8): I spent my reign trying to restore the greatness of Rome—not just through conquest, but through law. My codification of Roman law was meant to bring order to a fractured world
(Emperor 9): Law is the skeleton of the state, but virtue is its soul. I ruled in a time of plague and war, yet I turned inward, seeking wisdom through philosophy. The mind must be governed before the empire.
Watching closely
(Emperor 8): Philosophy is noble, but I had to act. I rebuilt cities, raised churches, and fought to reclaim lost provinces. My empire was threatened by division, and I answered with unity—through faith and law
Continue
(Emperor 9): Unity must begin within. I wrote not for the Senate or the people, but for myself. The Stoic path teaches that suffering is inevitable, but peace is found in how we respond to it..
(Emperor 8): I too faced suffering—riots, plagues, wars. But I did not retreat into thought. I stood firm, even when my advisors urged me to flee. An emperor must be both thinker and builder.
(Emperor 9): And yet, the builder must not forget the foundation. Without inner discipline, even the grandest palace will crumble. The empire is fleeting; the soul is eternal..
Pay close attention to the conversation to identify who is talking
Answer the question
Eighth question
Based on the conversation, who was "Emperor 8?
A Justinian
B Constantine
C Commodus
Answer the question
Ninth question
Based on the conversation, who was "Emperor 9?
A Marcus Aurelius
B Augustus Caesar
C Caligula
(Emperor 10): ... no, I'm the "crazy emperor"! I made my horse a consul. Not metaphorically, literally. He had a marble stable and a jeweled collar.
Watching closely
(Emperor 11): ReallY? I thought I was Hercules. I fought in the Colosseum dressed in lion skins, swinging a club.
(Emperor 10): Well, I declared war on Neptune. Sent my legions to collect seashells as spoils of victory. How is that not "Crazy".
Continue
(Emperor 11):So what? I renamed Rome after myself. Every month bore my name..
(Emperor 10): That's just stupid! I held banquets where guests feared they’d be executed before dessert. I once ordered a whole section of the audience thrown into the arena because I was bored.
(Emperor 11): Well, I executed senators for not laughing at my jokes. Tell me that's not "Maddness"?!?I made the empire a stage, and I was the star, the director, and the audience.
Pay close attention to the conversation to identify who is talking
Answer the question
Tenth question
Based on the conversation, who was "Emperor 10?
A Claudius
B Commodus
C Caligula
Answer the question
Eleventh question
Based on the conversation, who was "Emperor 11?
A Commodus
B Tiberius
C Trajan
again?
"I've found you out..."
Watching closely
(Emperor 1): I united Rome under one ruler, creating the Empire, and giving it strength and peac
(Emperor 2): And I watched it crumble in my hands, too weak to save it.
(Emperor 1): Did you not carry the weight of Rome’s destiny with pride?
(Emperor 2): No, that was mostly my father. It was his military strength that made me Emperor, not my own. Now it's lost to the barbarians....
Continue
(Emperor 1): Then the empire that began with my triumph…
(Emperor 2):…ended with my silence
Pay close attention to the conversation to identify who is talking
again?
"I've found you out..."
(Emperor 3): ...it was there fault Rome burned, not mine. Those Christians had to pay!
Watching closely
(Emperor 4): I agree, their rituals are an abomination! I hunted them across the Empire to erase their faith.
((Emperor 5): And yet, I ended your persecution and gave them freedom to worship.
Continue
(Emperor 3): Why? They don't worship our gods, so not us, that's treason!
(Emperor 4):Yes, they will only weaken our Empire! It's already too big to handle, so I had to divide it to control it.
(Emperor 5): You're both wrong! God gave my army victory when we asked for help, and he will help as I reunited the empire into one!
Pay close attentionto the conversation to identify who is talking
again?
"I've found you out..."
(Emperor 6): I expanded the empire to its greatest extent, but I always sought the favor of the Senate. Power must be tempered by respect for tradition and the dignity of Rome
(Emperor 7): I took power through force and held it with discipline. The Senate was useful, but the legions were my true foundation. Loyalty is forged in battle, not in marble halls..
Watching closely
(Emperor 6): I led my men from the front, not just from the throne. Conquest in Dacia was not just for glory—it was for the prosperity of the empire. A ruler must be admired, not feared
(Emperor 7): Fear keeps order. I crushed rivals and secured the frontiers. I enriched the soldiers because they are the spine of Rome. Without strength, admiration is hollow..
Continue
(Emperor 6): But strength without wisdom leads to tyranny. I governed with justice and earned the title 'Optimus Princeps.' The best ruler is one who serves the people, not just commands them.
(Emperor 7): Justice is a luxury in times of chaos. I ruled in an age of civil war. To survive, I had to be ruthless. I do not regret it, Rome endured because I did what was necessary..
Pay close attention to the conversation to identify who is talking
again?
"I've found you out..."
(Emperor 8): I spent my reign trying to restore the greatness of Rome—not just through conquest, but through law. My codification of Roman law was meant to bring order to a fractured world
(Emperor 9): Law is the skeleton of the state, but virtue is its soul. I ruled in a time of plague and war, yet I turned inward, seeking wisdom through philosophy. The mind must be governed before the empire.
Watching closely
(Emperor 8): Philosophy is noble, but I had to act. I rebuilt cities, raised churches, and fought to reclaim lost provinces. My empire was threatened by division, and I answered with unity—through faith and law
(Emperor 9): Unity must begin within. I wrote not for the Senate or the people, but for myself. The Stoic path teaches that suffering is inevitable, but peace is found in how we respond to it.
Continue
(Emperor 8): I too faced suffering—riots, plagues, wars. But I did not retreat into thought. I stood firm, even when my advisors urged me to flee. An emperor must be both thinker and builder.
(Emperor 9): And yet, the builder must not forget the foundation. Without inner discipline, even the grandest palace will crumble. The empire is fleeting; the soul is eternal.
Pay close attention to the conversation to identify who is talking
again?
"I've found you out..."
(Emperor 10): ... no, I'm the "crazy emperor"! I made my horse a consul. Not metaphorically, literally. He had a marble stable and a jeweled collar.
(Emperor 11): ReallY? I thought I was Hercules. I fought in the Colosseum dressed in lion skins, swinging a club.
Watching closely
(Emperor 10): Well, I declared war on Neptune. Sent my legions to collect seashells as spoils of victory. How is that not "Crazy".
(Emperor 11):So what? I renamed Rome after myself. Every month bore my name..
Continue
(Emperor 10): That's just stupid! I held banquets where guests feared they’d be executed before dessert. I once ordered a whole section of the audience thrown into the arena because I was bored.
(Emperor11): Well, I executed senators for not laughing at my jokes. Tell me that's not "Maddness"?!?I made the empire a stage, and I was the star, the director, and the audience.
Pay close attention to the conversation to identify who is talking
Correct
Congratulations! You've got your second secret number to open the briefcase.
Continue
New number obtained
SECRET AGENTESCAPE ROOM
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Congratulations!you have successfully completed mission 2. Onto the Next Envelope
Mission 03
Open the card
Riddle
Legions march where numbers hide, Find the passwords, let math be your guide. Take the map that’s in your hand, Count the clues across the land. Solve for X, is how it goes The words are there, under your nose What you seek is plain to sea, From numbers solved by geography. (Hint: Everything you need is on the Mission 3 page)
Password?
Knock on the door, enter the password and you will get the last number you need to open the briefcase.
Password?
Give them space, no cap.
SECRET AGENTESCAPE ROOM
map/miSsions
you have successfully completed mission 3. and you haven't been discovered yet! maybe you'll make it after all...
Mission 04
Inside is your final contact. Answer all the questions correctly to receive the briefcase.
Answer the question
First question
Which of the following was one of the 4 reasons for the Fall of Rome discussed in class?
A Rise of Christianity
B Political Turbulance
C The death of the Caesars
Answer the question
Second question
What was NOT one major political reason for the Fall of the Roman Empire?
A Monetary Inflation By Devaluing Currency
B Civil Wars Between Roman Generals
C Empire Getting Too Big To Control
Answer the question
Third question
What was a key social issue that weakened Rome’s internal stability?
A Rise of the Senate's power over the emperors
B Decline of Roman architecture being used in conquered territory
C Loss of loyalty to Rome in the military from German mercenaries
Answer the question
Fourth question
What economic problem contributed to the fall of Rome?
A Inflation and unsustainable taxation
B Overproduction of grain
C A surplus of gold
Answer the question
Fifth question
What event is traditionally considered the final fall of the Western Roman Empire?
A The sacking of Rome by the Visigoths
B The deposition of Romulus Augustulus by Odoacer
C The establishment of the Papal States
again?
"I've found you out..."
Password?
What is the key?
Enter the correct numbers
Mission accomplished!
secret agent
S.P.Y
John Q. Student
Date: July 31, 1960
Agent Number: 8900
Signature:
You have been promoted to Secret Agent. Congratulations!
Are you giving up?You were very close to becoming a real secret agent.
If you leave you will have to start all over againAre you sure you want to leave?
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Unit 2 Test: The RoMan EmpIre and The Origins of Christianity
start.
Secret Agent Escape Room
map/missions
Mission 01
THIS IS YOUR STORY:You are a rookie agent who aspires to become a professional secret agent. To achieve this, you must infiltrate the underworld at four separate locations. Solve the puzzles in the accompanying review packet to learn the passwords and help identify the others in the room If you collect all the clues, you will get the combination that opens the briefcase with your reward, good luck!
Open the card
Riddle
In the Forum, voices rise, Truth is hidden, cloaked in lies. To pass beyond, you must be wise, Match the terms and claim your prize. Pair the names with what they mean, From kings to roads, from gods to scene. When they unite, they'll guide you through Use numbers tied to letters true Eleven numbers needed, no less, no more. To get the code to get in the door.
Find the code
Continue
Drag the 11 letters in this space and find the numeric passwordThen, write down the numbers that go with each letter in order to get your secret code.
Passcode?
You are about to enter a secret room in the Roman Forum, where you need to identify the individuals speaking and what they are talking about.Pay close attention to what they are saying. Be sure to take notes. Do you have the Passcode?
What is the passcode?
Enter the 11 digit numeric code.
Answer the question
First question
Based on the conversation, who was "Roman 1"
A Romulus
B Cincinnatus
C Remus
Answer the question
Second question
Based on the conversation, who was "Roman 2"
A Gaius Marius
B Cincinnatus
C Remus
Watching closely
(Roman 3): The Senate debates again today, but it is we who must decide what is best for Rome.
(Roman 4): And yet, we till the fields, fight in the legions, and keep Rome alive. Should we not have a voice as well?
(Roman 3): Your voice is heard through the tribunes and in your Council, is it not? Surely that is enough representation.
(Roman 4): They are too few, while our numbers are many!
Continue
(Roman 3): We work so the laws of Rome are written to maintain our legacy and order!
(Roman 4): Then make sure they protect the farmers, merchants, and soldiers, too.
Pay close attention to the conversation to identify who is talking
Answer the question
Third question
Based on the conversation, "Roman 3" was a member of what social class:
A Plebians
B Praetors
C Patricians
Answer the question
Fourth question
Based on the conversation, "Roman 4" was a member of what social class:
A Consuls
B Plebians
C Praetors
Watching closely
(Roman 5): Rome faces threats on all frontiers. I will recruit soldiers even from the landless poor; they seek a life, and Rome needs warriors!
(Roman 6): The army must serve the Republic, not personal ambition. Recruiting men without property undermines our laws and traditions.
(Roman 5): The people’s loyalty is with me, a Roman Consul! By giving the landless a chance, we strengthen the army and ensure we survive!
(Roman 6): But a soldier whose loyalty is to you alone, not the Senate, risks turning Rome into a battlefield for ambition.
Continue
(Roman 5): Desperate times demand bold action. The Republic cannot wait for tradition to defend her!
(Roman 6): I will not sit back while you try to take control from the Senate. Even if I have to fight you in the streets of Rome itself.
Pay close attention to the conversation to identify who is talking
Answer the question
Fifth question
Based on the conversation, who was "Roman 5"
A Lucius Cornelius Sulla
B Gaius Marius
C Tiberius Gracchus
Answer the question
Sixth question
Based on the conversation, who was "Roman 6"
A Lucius Cornelius Sulla
B Tiberius Gracchus
C Marcus Licinius Crassus
Watching closely
(Roman 7): The Senate fears my growing influence, but the people love me. My victories in Gaul prove that I am Rome’s greatest general
(Roman 8): Do not forget who defended Rome from pirates and brought order to the East. The Senate trusts me more than they trust your ambition..
(Roman 8): Now that Crassius is gone, it seems we are destined to clash, for Rome cannot be ruled by us both..
Continue
(Roman 7): Your power rests on their favor. Mine rests on the loyalty of my soldiers
(Roman 7): Perhaps, but the people cheer for me, not the Senate. They know where true strength lies.
(Roman 8): I think it's time we talked about this face-to-face, leave your army and Gual, and come to Rome, and we'll talk about it.
Pay close attention to the conversation to identify who is talking
Answer the question
Seventh question
Based on the conversation, who was "Roman 7"
A Marc Anthony
B Gaius Pompey
C Julius Caesar
Answer the question
Eighth question
Based on the conversation, who was "Roman 8"
A Crassius
B Gaius Pompey
C Augustus Caesar
again?
"I've found you out..."
Watching closely
(Roman 1): Your courage in leaving your plow to save Rome honors the city I founded. How do you bear such responsibility so humbly
(Roman 2): Greatness lies not in power, but in service. Rome thrives when leaders act for the good of all, not for themselves.
(Roman 1): Then you are truly a son of Rome, for the city prospers when its citizens put duty before desire.
(Roman 2): And you gave us the foundation to do so. May Rome always remember that duty and courage must guide her leaders
Continue
Roman 1): May the walls I built and the laws I laid ensure that Rome stands strong for centuries to come.
(Roman 2): And may each citizen, whether farmer or senator, answer the call of Rome with the same courage and humility I have sought to show.
Pay close attention to the conversation to identify who is talking
again?
"I've found you out..."
Watching closely
(Roman 3): The Senate debates again today, but it is we who must decide what is best for Rome.
(Roman 4): And yet, we till the fields, fight in the legions, and keep Rome alive. Should we not have a voice as well?
(Roman 3): Your voice is heard through the tribunes and in your Council, is it not? Surely that is enough representation.
(Roman 4): They are too few, while our numbers are many!
Continue
Roman 3): We work so the laws of Rome are written to maintain our legacy and order
(Roman 4)Then, make sure they protect the farmers, merchants, and soldiers as well.
Pay close attention to the conversation to identify who is talking
again?
"I've found you out..."
Watching closely
(Roman 5): Rome faces threats on all frontiers. I will recruit soldiers even from the landless poor; they seek a life, and Rome needs warriors!
(Roman 6): The army must serve the Republic, not personal ambition. Recruiting men without property undermines our laws and traditions.
Roman 5): The people’s loyalty is with me, a Roman Consul! By giving the landless a chance, we strengthen the army and ensure we survive!
(Roman 6): But a soldier whose loyalty is to you alone, not the Senate, risks turning Rome into a battlefield for ambition.
Continue
(Roman 5): Desperate times demand bold action. The Republic cannot wait for tradition to defend her!.
(Roman 6): I will not sit back while you try to take control from the Senate. Even if I have to fight you in the streets of Rome itself.
Pay close attention to the conversation to identify who is talking
again?
"I've found you out..."
Watching closely
((Roman 7): The Senate fears my growing influence, but the people love me. My victories in Gaul prove that I am Rome’s greatest general
(Roman 8): Do not forget who defended Rome from pirates and brought order to the East. The Senate trusts me more than they trust your ambition..
(Roman 7): Your power rests on their favor. Mine rests on the loyalty of my soldiers.
(Roman 8): Now that Crassius is gone, it seems we are destined to clash, for Rome cannot be ruled by us both..
Continue
(Roman 7): Perhaps, but the people cheer for me, not the Senate. They know where true strength lies.
(Roman 8): I think it's time we talked about this face-to-face, leave your army and Gual, and come to Rome, and we'll talk about it.
Pay close attention to the conversation to identify who is talking
Correct
Congratulations! You've got your first secret number to open the briefcase.
Continue
New number obtained
Secret Agent Escape Room
map/missions
Congratulations!you have successfully completed mission 1. Open the Next Envlope for your next task
Mission 02
Open the card
Riddle
Match the names all Romans knew,Find the letters—here's a clue: I was forged by legions, spread by might, Crowned with marble, gleaming bright. From Caesar’s words to law’s command, I stretched my power across the land. Though time has dimmed my endless fire, Men still recall what they admire. Solve the matches, take your time, Find the phrase inside to end this rhyme! (Hint: Give them space, no cap)
Passwords?
You are about to go back into the Forum, where all the Roman Emperors across history are gathered together. Read the conversations carefully to obtain information that will help you answer the next questions correctly.
Secret Phrase?
Give them space, no cap!
Answer the question
First question
Based on the conversation, who was "Emperor 1?
A Augustus Caesar
B Julius Caesar
C Tiberius
Answer the question
Second question
Based on the conversation, who was "Emperor 2"?
A Caligula
B Constantine
C Romulus Augustulus
(Emperor 3): ...it was there fault Rome burned, not mine. Those Christians had to pay!
Watching closely
(Emperor 4): I agree, their rituals are an abomination! I hunted them across the Empire to erase their faith.
(Emperor 5): And yet, I ended your persecution and gave them freedom to worship.
(Emperor 3): Why? They don't worship our gods, so not us, that's treason!
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(Emperor 4):Yes, they will only weaken our Empire! It's already too big to handle, so I had to divide it to control it.
(Emperor 5): You're both wrong! God gave my army victory when we asked for help, and he will help as I reunited the empire into one!
Pay close attentionto the conversation to identify who is talking
Answer the question
Third question
Based on the conversation, who was "Emperor 3?
A Nero
B Claudius
C Diocletian
Answer the question
Fourth question
Based on the conversation, who was "Emperor 4?
A Trajan
B Diocletian
C Commodus
Answer the question
Fifth question
Based on the conversation, who was "Emperor 5?
A Constantine
B Marcus Aurelius
C Justinian
(Emperor 6): I expanded the empire to its greatest extent, but I always sought the favor of the Senate. Power must be tempered by respect for tradition and the dignity of Rome
(Emperor 7): I took power through force and held it with discipline. The Senate was useful, but the legions were my true foundation. Loyalty is forged in battle, not in marble halls.
Watching closely
(Emperor 6): I led my men from the front, not just from the throne. Conquest in Dacia was not just for glory—it was for the prosperity of the empire. A ruler must be admired, not feared
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(Emperor 7): Fear keeps order. I crushed rivals and secured the frontiers. I enriched the soldiers because they are the spine of Rome. Without strength, admiration is hollow..
(Emperor 6): But strength without wisdom leads to tyranny. I governed with justice and earned the title 'Optimus Princeps.' The best ruler is one who serves the people, not just commands them.
(Emperor 7): Justice is a luxury in times of chaos. I ruled in an age of civil war. To survive, I had to be ruthless. I do not regret it, Rome endured because I did what was necessary..
Pay close attention to the conversation to identify who is talking
Answer the question
Sixth question
Based on the conversation, who was "Emperor 6?
A Crassius
B Caligula
C Trajan
Answer the question
Seventh question
Based on the conversation, who was "Emperor 7?
A Septimus Severus
B Scipio Afrucanus
C Tiberius
(Emperor 8): I spent my reign trying to restore the greatness of Rome—not just through conquest, but through law. My codification of Roman law was meant to bring order to a fractured world
(Emperor 9): Law is the skeleton of the state, but virtue is its soul. I ruled in a time of plague and war, yet I turned inward, seeking wisdom through philosophy. The mind must be governed before the empire.
Watching closely
(Emperor 8): Philosophy is noble, but I had to act. I rebuilt cities, raised churches, and fought to reclaim lost provinces. My empire was threatened by division, and I answered with unity—through faith and law
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(Emperor 9): Unity must begin within. I wrote not for the Senate or the people, but for myself. The Stoic path teaches that suffering is inevitable, but peace is found in how we respond to it..
(Emperor 8): I too faced suffering—riots, plagues, wars. But I did not retreat into thought. I stood firm, even when my advisors urged me to flee. An emperor must be both thinker and builder.
(Emperor 9): And yet, the builder must not forget the foundation. Without inner discipline, even the grandest palace will crumble. The empire is fleeting; the soul is eternal..
Pay close attention to the conversation to identify who is talking
Answer the question
Eighth question
Based on the conversation, who was "Emperor 8?
A Justinian
B Constantine
C Commodus
Answer the question
Ninth question
Based on the conversation, who was "Emperor 9?
A Marcus Aurelius
B Augustus Caesar
C Caligula
(Emperor 10): ... no, I'm the "crazy emperor"! I made my horse a consul. Not metaphorically, literally. He had a marble stable and a jeweled collar.
Watching closely
(Emperor 11): ReallY? I thought I was Hercules. I fought in the Colosseum dressed in lion skins, swinging a club.
(Emperor 10): Well, I declared war on Neptune. Sent my legions to collect seashells as spoils of victory. How is that not "Crazy".
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(Emperor 11):So what? I renamed Rome after myself. Every month bore my name..
(Emperor 10): That's just stupid! I held banquets where guests feared they’d be executed before dessert. I once ordered a whole section of the audience thrown into the arena because I was bored.
(Emperor 11): Well, I executed senators for not laughing at my jokes. Tell me that's not "Maddness"?!?I made the empire a stage, and I was the star, the director, and the audience.
Pay close attention to the conversation to identify who is talking
Answer the question
Tenth question
Based on the conversation, who was "Emperor 10?
A Claudius
B Commodus
C Caligula
Answer the question
Eleventh question
Based on the conversation, who was "Emperor 11?
A Commodus
B Tiberius
C Trajan
again?
"I've found you out..."
Watching closely
(Emperor 1): I united Rome under one ruler, creating the Empire, and giving it strength and peac
(Emperor 2): And I watched it crumble in my hands, too weak to save it.
(Emperor 1): Did you not carry the weight of Rome’s destiny with pride?
(Emperor 2): No, that was mostly my father. It was his military strength that made me Emperor, not my own. Now it's lost to the barbarians....
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(Emperor 1): Then the empire that began with my triumph…
(Emperor 2):…ended with my silence
Pay close attention to the conversation to identify who is talking
again?
"I've found you out..."
(Emperor 3): ...it was there fault Rome burned, not mine. Those Christians had to pay!
Watching closely
(Emperor 4): I agree, their rituals are an abomination! I hunted them across the Empire to erase their faith.
((Emperor 5): And yet, I ended your persecution and gave them freedom to worship.
Continue
(Emperor 3): Why? They don't worship our gods, so not us, that's treason!
(Emperor 4):Yes, they will only weaken our Empire! It's already too big to handle, so I had to divide it to control it.
(Emperor 5): You're both wrong! God gave my army victory when we asked for help, and he will help as I reunited the empire into one!
Pay close attentionto the conversation to identify who is talking
again?
"I've found you out..."
(Emperor 6): I expanded the empire to its greatest extent, but I always sought the favor of the Senate. Power must be tempered by respect for tradition and the dignity of Rome
(Emperor 7): I took power through force and held it with discipline. The Senate was useful, but the legions were my true foundation. Loyalty is forged in battle, not in marble halls..
Watching closely
(Emperor 6): I led my men from the front, not just from the throne. Conquest in Dacia was not just for glory—it was for the prosperity of the empire. A ruler must be admired, not feared
(Emperor 7): Fear keeps order. I crushed rivals and secured the frontiers. I enriched the soldiers because they are the spine of Rome. Without strength, admiration is hollow..
Continue
(Emperor 6): But strength without wisdom leads to tyranny. I governed with justice and earned the title 'Optimus Princeps.' The best ruler is one who serves the people, not just commands them.
(Emperor 7): Justice is a luxury in times of chaos. I ruled in an age of civil war. To survive, I had to be ruthless. I do not regret it, Rome endured because I did what was necessary..
Pay close attention to the conversation to identify who is talking
again?
"I've found you out..."
(Emperor 8): I spent my reign trying to restore the greatness of Rome—not just through conquest, but through law. My codification of Roman law was meant to bring order to a fractured world
(Emperor 9): Law is the skeleton of the state, but virtue is its soul. I ruled in a time of plague and war, yet I turned inward, seeking wisdom through philosophy. The mind must be governed before the empire.
Watching closely
(Emperor 8): Philosophy is noble, but I had to act. I rebuilt cities, raised churches, and fought to reclaim lost provinces. My empire was threatened by division, and I answered with unity—through faith and law
(Emperor 9): Unity must begin within. I wrote not for the Senate or the people, but for myself. The Stoic path teaches that suffering is inevitable, but peace is found in how we respond to it.
Continue
(Emperor 8): I too faced suffering—riots, plagues, wars. But I did not retreat into thought. I stood firm, even when my advisors urged me to flee. An emperor must be both thinker and builder.
(Emperor 9): And yet, the builder must not forget the foundation. Without inner discipline, even the grandest palace will crumble. The empire is fleeting; the soul is eternal.
Pay close attention to the conversation to identify who is talking
again?
"I've found you out..."
(Emperor 10): ... no, I'm the "crazy emperor"! I made my horse a consul. Not metaphorically, literally. He had a marble stable and a jeweled collar.
(Emperor 11): ReallY? I thought I was Hercules. I fought in the Colosseum dressed in lion skins, swinging a club.
Watching closely
(Emperor 10): Well, I declared war on Neptune. Sent my legions to collect seashells as spoils of victory. How is that not "Crazy".
(Emperor 11):So what? I renamed Rome after myself. Every month bore my name..
Continue
(Emperor 10): That's just stupid! I held banquets where guests feared they’d be executed before dessert. I once ordered a whole section of the audience thrown into the arena because I was bored.
(Emperor11): Well, I executed senators for not laughing at my jokes. Tell me that's not "Maddness"?!?I made the empire a stage, and I was the star, the director, and the audience.
Pay close attention to the conversation to identify who is talking
Correct
Congratulations! You've got your second secret number to open the briefcase.
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New number obtained
SECRET AGENTESCAPE ROOM
map/misSiONS
Congratulations!you have successfully completed mission 2. Onto the Next Envelope
Mission 03
Open the card
Riddle
Legions march where numbers hide, Find the passwords, let math be your guide. Take the map that’s in your hand, Count the clues across the land. Solve for X, is how it goes The words are there, under your nose What you seek is plain to sea, From numbers solved by geography. (Hint: Everything you need is on the Mission 3 page)
Password?
Knock on the door, enter the password and you will get the last number you need to open the briefcase.
Password?
Give them space, no cap.
SECRET AGENTESCAPE ROOM
map/miSsions
you have successfully completed mission 3. and you haven't been discovered yet! maybe you'll make it after all...
Mission 04
Inside is your final contact. Answer all the questions correctly to receive the briefcase.
Answer the question
First question
Which of the following was one of the 4 reasons for the Fall of Rome discussed in class?
A Rise of Christianity
B Political Turbulance
C The death of the Caesars
Answer the question
Second question
What was NOT one major political reason for the Fall of the Roman Empire?
A Monetary Inflation By Devaluing Currency
B Civil Wars Between Roman Generals
C Empire Getting Too Big To Control
Answer the question
Third question
What was a key social issue that weakened Rome’s internal stability?
A Rise of the Senate's power over the emperors
B Decline of Roman architecture being used in conquered territory
C Loss of loyalty to Rome in the military from German mercenaries
Answer the question
Fourth question
What economic problem contributed to the fall of Rome?
A Inflation and unsustainable taxation
B Overproduction of grain
C A surplus of gold
Answer the question
Fifth question
What event is traditionally considered the final fall of the Western Roman Empire?
A The sacking of Rome by the Visigoths
B The deposition of Romulus Augustulus by Odoacer
C The establishment of the Papal States
again?
"I've found you out..."
Password?
What is the key?
Enter the correct numbers
Mission accomplished!
secret agent
S.P.Y
John Q. Student
Date: July 31, 1960
Agent Number: 8900
Signature:
You have been promoted to Secret Agent. Congratulations!
Are you giving up?You were very close to becoming a real secret agent.
If you leave you will have to start all over againAre you sure you want to leave?
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