How Did Roman Rule in Asia Minor Differ from That

question 72

Multiple Choice

How did Roman rule in Asia Minor differ from that in northern Europe?

• A)In northern Europe, the villa or country estate was the primary unit of political life, while in Asia Minor, it was the city.
• B)In northern Europe, clans controlled local politics under the umbrella of Roman authority, while in Asia Minor, the Romans ruled directly.
• C)In Asia Minor, local princes were retained as symbols of authority to quell any local uprisings, while in northern Europe, the Romans ruled directly.
• D)In Asia Minor, the mountainous terrain made it impossible for the Romans to dominate the landscape, so they settled for controlling the sea coasts and a few major cities.

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Definitions:

Parietal Peritoneum

The outer layer of the peritoneum that lines the abdominal and pelvic cavities, not directly in contact with the organs.

Retroperitoneal

Referring to organs located behind the peritoneum, the serous membrane lining the abdominal cavity and covering the abdominal organs.

Visceral Peritoneum

The inner layer of the peritoneum, which covers the external surfaces of most abdominal organs.

Peritoneal Cavity

An enclosed body space within the abdomen, lined by the peritoneum, containing organs and fluid.