Unit 1 Lesson 3.5 Philosophy and Citizenship

What was the name of the Greek school of thought that was especially popular in Rome?

• Stoicism
• Skepticism
• Epicureanism
• Cynicism

What did Stoics believe was the one truly good thing in life?

• Power
• Fame
• Having a good character
• Wealth

What is one legacy of Roman law that is still present in modern legal codes?

• The right to free speech
• The right to vote
• The right to a fair trial
• The right to bear arms

What did the Romans believe was the source of a universal law of justice?

• The gods
• The emperor
• The Senate
• Nature

What was the ultimate goal of Stoics?

• To be famous
• To gain power
• To accumulate wealth
• To have a good character

What is one way that Roman law and justice influenced modern-day judges?

• They make decisions based on ideals of justice
• They are appointed by the emperor
• They speak Latin in court
• They wear togas in court

What is one way that the idea of citizenship has descended from Roman times to our own?

• Citizenship is both a privilege and a responsibility
• Citizenship is only granted to people born in the country
• Citizenship is only granted to wealthy landowners
• Citizenship is only granted to members of the military

What did the Romans believe was the ultimate source of a universal law of justice?

• The gods
• The emperor
• The Senate
• Nature

What is one way that Roman law covered daily life?

• It covered marriages and inheritances
• It covered what people could eat
• It covered what people could wear
• It covered what people could say

What is one way that the Stoics believed people should live?

• In a way that was harmful to others
• In a way that agreed with nature
• In a way that disagreed with nature
• In a way that was selfish