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Which city was perfectly preserved by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius?
Which city was perfectly preserved by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius?
- Athens
- Herculaneum (correct)
- Troy
- Sparta
Which epic poem linked its story to Homer’s epic of Troy?
Which epic poem linked its story to Homer’s epic of Troy?
- Iliad
- Theogony
- Odyssey
- Aeneid (correct)
Who sought to arouse patriotic feelings by talking about Rome's heroic heroes?
Who sought to arouse patriotic feelings by talking about Rome's heroic heroes?
- Livy (correct)
- Tacitus
- Pliny
- Virgil
Which civilization had the greatest influence on Rome?
Which civilization had the greatest influence on Rome?
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Which language did many Romans speak and copy styles of writing from?
Which language did many Romans speak and copy styles of writing from?
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Study Notes
Preserved City
- Pompeii was the city that was perfectly preserved by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD.
Epic Poem
- The epic poem "The Aeneid," written by Virgil, links the story of Rome to Homer’s epic of Troy.
Patriotic Influence
- Virgil sought to arouse patriotic feelings in Romans by celebrating their heroic legends and ancestors in "The Aeneid."
Influential Civilization
- The greatest influence on Rome came from the Greek civilization, impacting art, architecture, philosophy, and governance.
Language and Writing Style
- Many Romans spoke Latin and often copied styles of writing from Greek literature, which was foundational in their education and culture.
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