Daily Life in Ancient Rome

What could a foreign visitor to Rome expect to see in the Forum?

• a track for chariot races

• a central gathering place

• a wealthy country house

• a site of fights with lions

What was a common way to become a Roman slave?

• having skill at a craft

• doing poorly in school

• being captured in a war

• losing a political election

What is one example of the rule of law in the Roman Empire?

• the emperor had to obey the Senate

• Senators carried an ax to protect themselves

• the punishments were the same for the rich and poor

• any Roman could accuse someone of a crime

What did Roman aqueducts carry?

• Soldiers
• Water
• Tourists
• Natural Resources

The Romans were monotheistic (meaning they believed in one god.)

• True
• False

Differences between the rich and poor in Ancient Rome were very great.

• True
• False

In a typical Roman family, what was a typical job for the wife?

• She would work in the government

• She would be an entertainer at the theater

• She managed the household and finances

• She would sit around the house and do nothing

How did the Romans typically eat dinner?

• Standing up using their hands

• Lying on their sides using their hands

• Sitting down using forks and spoons

• Sitting on a chair with a table using their hands

What type of clothing did Roman citizens wear while out in public? 

• Tunic
• Shirt
• Toga
•  All of the above

True or false: The mother was the head of the Roman family unit and had all the power.

• True
• False