WORLD CIVILIZATION

CIVILIZATION

ROMAN

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following was a technological achievement of the ancient Romans which improved transportation for them?
A
the Appian Way (road)
B
aqueducts
C
temples
D
highways
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Five examples of Roman inventions include aqueducts, roads, concrete buildings, medical tools for the battlefield, and the Julian Calendar. Aqueducts were pipelines that brought fresh water from the mountains to areas without water. Essentially, these aqueducts provided fresh water to urban areas in the Roman Empire.

Detailed explanation-2: -These Roman roads-many of which are still in use today-were constructed with a combination of dirt, gravel and bricks made from granite or hardened volcanic lava. Roman engineers adhered to strict standards when designing their highways, creating arrow-straight roads that curved to allow for water drainage.

Detailed explanation-3: -One of the most significant developments within the Roman Empire was the establishment of aqueducts. Aqueducts were channels that brought clean water from springs and rivers to Roman towns and cities. The aqueducts were built throughout the empire and totalled over 258 miles in length.

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