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What was the form of government in Rome after the kings were removed?
What was the form of government in Rome after the kings were removed?
Roman women could vote and participate in public life.
Roman women could vote and participate in public life.
False (B)
What were the two main social classes in ancient Rome?
What were the two main social classes in ancient Rome?
Patricians and Plebeians
The ______ were the poor residents of Rome who lived in multi-story apartment buildings.
The ______ were the poor residents of Rome who lived in multi-story apartment buildings.
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Match the following Roman terms with their descriptions:
Match the following Roman terms with their descriptions:
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Which of the following was NOT a reason someone could become a slave in ancient Rome?
Which of the following was NOT a reason someone could become a slave in ancient Rome?
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All slaves in ancient Rome were treated poorly and worked to death.
All slaves in ancient Rome were treated poorly and worked to death.
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What is the term for the release of a slave after years of service?
What is the term for the release of a slave after years of service?
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What were the three stages of a wealthy Roman's education?
What were the three stages of a wealthy Roman's education?
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Roman women were expected to be subservient to men and primarily responsible for domestic duties.
Roman women were expected to be subservient to men and primarily responsible for domestic duties.
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What was the name of the chariot racing arena in Rome?
What was the name of the chariot racing arena in Rome?
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What was the primary reason for the persecution of Christians in the Roman Empire?
What was the primary reason for the persecution of Christians in the Roman Empire?
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Romans primarily used wood and brick for building construction.
Romans primarily used wood and brick for building construction.
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Roman soldiers were called ______.
Roman soldiers were called ______.
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Match the following Roman bath rooms with their descriptions:
Match the following Roman bath rooms with their descriptions:
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What was the purpose of placing a coin in the mouth of the deceased during Roman funerals?
What was the purpose of placing a coin in the mouth of the deceased during Roman funerals?
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What was the primary purpose of public baths in ancient Rome?
What was the primary purpose of public baths in ancient Rome?
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The Roman Empire's official language, ______, is the root of many modern languages.
The Roman Empire's official language, ______, is the root of many modern languages.
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Gladiators always fought to the death in Roman amphitheatres.
Gladiators always fought to the death in Roman amphitheatres.
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Match the Roman gods with their Greek counterparts:
Match the Roman gods with their Greek counterparts:
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What is the name of the most famous amphitheatre in Rome?
What is the name of the most famous amphitheatre in Rome?
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Study Notes
Roman Empire
- Founded by Romulus and Remus in 753 BC.
- Ruled by kings until 509 BC.
- Became a Republic, conquering Italy by 270 BC and expanding to North Africa, Greece, and Spain by 140 BC.
- Collapsed in 476 after being defeated by Germanic tribes.
- Controlled Europe and Britain by 100 AD.
Roman Towns
- Walls for defense.
- Grid system of streets.
- Forum (town square) for trade, worship, and politics.
- Temples for religious worship.
- Aqueducts for water supply.
- Theaters for plays and poetry.
- Monuments (statues, arches) to celebrate victories.
- Public baths, fountains, and toilets.
- Paved streets (though dirty).
- Amphitheaters for gladiatorial contests.
- Insulae (apartments) 5 stories high.
Roman People
- Two main groups: Patricians (wealthy, ruling senate) and Plebeians (majority, farmers, tradespeople, or soldiers).
- Men wore togas; women, stolas.
- Patricians lived in villas; Plebeians, in insulae.
- No women could vote or participate in public life.
Roman Slavery
- Over 300,000 slaves in Rome itself.
- People became slaves through war, child of slaves, captures by pirates, or debt.
- Often worked on public buildings or in mines/farms, sometimes treated harshly.
- Some slaves were educated and worked as doctors, teachers, secretaries.
- Some gained freedom through manumission.
Roman Education
- Plebeians had basic education at home.
- Wealthy children followed a structured program.
- Early education focused on reading, writing (using tablets), arithmetic.
- At 12, boys studied grammar, history, and geometry.
- Older students learned oratory.
- Discipline in schools was strict.
Roman Recreation and Entertainment
- Circus Maximus (chariot racing), seating for 250,000+ people — no status-based separation.
- Theaters (semi-circular structures) — tragedy and comedy.
- Gladiatorial combats in amphitheaters, notably the Colosseum which held 50,000 spectators. — Gladiators were male and wore different armor.
- Public baths ("tepidarium," "caldarium," "frigidarium") — for social interaction and hygiene.
Roman Religion
- Polytheistic (believed in many gods).
- Gods like Jupiter (king of gods), Juno (queen of gods).
- Worshipped at shrines (e.g., lararium).
- Temples held sacrifices/offerings.
- Pantheon is a prominent surviving temple in Rome.
Roman Military
- Legionaries (foot soldiers) served a minimum of 20 years.
- Highly trained.
- Used various weapons (infantry, cavalry, artillery, catapults, ballistas).
Roman Architecture
- Developed concrete and used arches, pillars, and domes.
- Public building designs persisted throughout later centuries.
Roman Funerals
- Wealthy burials were elaborate processions.
- The body was put in a vault or urn.
- Most people were buried outside city, often cremated.
Roman Calendar and Religion
- Julius Caesar invented the Julian calendar.
- Later, the Gregorian calendar (created by Gregory XIII) was implemented as a more accurate system.
- Christianity gained popularity, eventually becoming the official religion of the Roman Empire.
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Test your knowledge on the Roman Empire's history, towns, and social structure. This quiz covers key aspects including founding myths, governmental evolution, urban planning, and societal classes. Engage with questions that highlight the achievements and lifestyle of ancient Rome.
