Roman Culture Summative Review

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What language did Romans speak?

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Vulgar Latin spoken by Roman soldiers

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How did Roman slaves become free? Options: Purchased their freedom, They were freed by foreign invaders, Slave rebellions, Joined the military

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Purchased their freedom

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Where did some of the most important activities take place in Roman cities? Options: The circus, The Forum, Roman villas, The Colosseum

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The Forum

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In ancient Rome, what was used for socialization and maintaining hygiene? Options: Forum, Colosseum, Baths, Temple

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Baths

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What Roman building was used for personal religious devotion and to demonstrate civic pride?

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Temple

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What building was used for entertainment and for the government to spread propaganda?

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The Colosseum

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What Roman building was used by businesses for goods and services, but also by individuals to share ideas?

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The Forum

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Who controlled family life in Rome?

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The father (Paterfamilia)

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Place the religions of ancient Rome in chronological order (oldest to most recent): Polytheism; Monotheism; Mixed Polytheism and Monotheism

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Polytheism; mixed Polytheism and Monotheism; Monotheism

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Which statement best describes life as a Roman woman? Options: Women were taught how to run a household., They all learned how to read and write., They had to pass a physical test in order to become an adult., They could vote and hold political office.

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Women were taught how to run a household.