Later Romans Education in Middle Ages

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What were the main components of the Greek Education Pentathlon?

Soccer, basketball, volleyball, tennis, and gymnastics

Running, jumping, discus throw, javelin throw, and wrestling (correct)

Boxing, cycling, rowing, martial arts, and endurance running

Swimming, archery, fencing, weightlifting, and horseback riding

At what age did a child in ancient Greece typically enter school?

7 years old (correct)

9 years old

5 years old

3 years old

What was the role of a paedagogus in ancient Greek education?

Teach mathematics and science

Supervise the child's education and behavior (correct)

Lead physical education classes

Provide musical training

When did schooling typically end for children from average families in ancient Greece?

14 years old Signup and view all the answers

What subjects were part of MAPEH education in ancient Greek schools?

Music, Art, Poetry, and Dance Signup and view all the answers

How did European encounters with Arabic scholarship influence early Roman culture?

Transmission of ideas and scholarship Signup and view all the answers

What was the main focus of Religious Education in ancient Egypt?

Preparing for life after death and aligning with Confucian texts Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of Military Education in ancient Egypt?

Exclusively for sons of nobles Signup and view all the answers

Which type of Education was designed for those aspiring to become priests in ancient Egypt?

Priesthood education Signup and view all the answers

What were the common subjects taught in Writing, Reading, and Language Education in ancient Egypt?

Hieroglyphics form of writing Signup and view all the answers

At what age did boys in ancient Egypt typically start practical training in offices?

13/14 Signup and view all the answers

Why were girls not sent to school in ancient Egyptian society?

Girls were expected to learn at home Signup and view all the answers

What were some aims of education in ancient Greek and Roman times?

To develop socially responsible individuals who possess all the virtues of brotherly love Signup and view all the answers

What were some characteristics of elementary education in ancient Greek and Roman times?

Mainly relied on memorization and imitation Signup and view all the answers

How did the Greeks and Romans view the role of education in society?

As a way to cultivate human excellence and promote societal well-being Signup and view all the answers

What models did education in ancient Greek and Roman times use to prepare good citizens?

Ideals of true, good, and beautiful Signup and view all the answers

What was the main method of secondary education in ancient Greek and Roman times?

Intensive drill on speech and grammar Signup and view all the answers

What legacy did Western culture and education inherit from ancient Greece and Rome?

Rich cultural and educational structures that shaped Western civilization Signup and view all the answers