10 Questions
Where did Romulus choose to build the city of Rome?
On the site where he and his brother were found by the she-wolf
What is believed to still remain on the Palatine Hill?
Romulus' hut
What was the social hierarchy established by Romulus' laws?
A system of upper and lower classes
What role did the upper class play in Romulus' laws?
They were to operate as judges, senators, and priests
What punishment could a married woman receive for drinking wine?
Death
What was the impact of Romulus' laws on the city of Rome?
It allowed the city to grow in a relatively orderly fashion
How did Romulus' laws reflect the way of life in antiquity?
They reflected a patriarchal society
What was the primary function of the first senate established by Romulus?
To serve as the city's advisors
What was the role of the lower classes in Romulus' laws?
They were to work the farms or ply artisanal trades
What was the basis of the system of government established by Romulus?
The laws of Romulus
Explore the fascinating origins of Ancient Rome, from the legendary brothers Romulus and Remus to the heroic escape of Aeneas from Troy. Discover the different versions of the city's founding and how they shaped Roman history.
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