Why, according to an Etruscan foundation myth, was Rome built on the Palatine Hill?
a) It was the place where Romulus and Remus had been saved.
b) It was the ancient capital of the Etruscan homeland.
c) It was the starting point for Aeneas when he went to fight the Trojan War.
d) It was chosen by Caesar because it was the highest site in the land.
Answer: a
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