Daily Life in the Roman Empire

Daily Life in the Roman Empire

7th Grade

14 Qs

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Daily Life in the Roman Empire

Daily Life in the Roman Empire

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1.

MULTIPLE SELECT QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How was the Roman Empire impacted by the poor outnumbering the rich?

Foreigners did not travel to Rome, as they knew about the poverty problem.
Poor living conditions for the masses made crime and disease common.
Since many of the poor lived in the countryside, there were plenty of farmers.
Soldiers avoided walking in the streets for fear of being attacked by angry mobs of poor Romans.
The emperors had to provide free food and entertainment to keep the poor from revolting.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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When bodyguards removed the axes from their fasces, what did it represent?

That they could beat any armed man, even without a weapon.
The Roman Empire was interested in promoting peace.
Bodyguards worried that thieves would steal the valuable metal blades.
That Roman citizens could appeal a legal ruling against them.
To encourage citizens around them that the streets of Rome were safe to be in.

3.

MULTIPLE SELECT QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

The Romans were very invested in honoring their gods. What are some ways they attempted to do so?

It was made clear the emperors were lower status then guards.
They left gifts at the many temples and shrines within Rome.
No new religions were allowed within the Roman empire.
They would sacrifice animals in the name of various gods.
Various “holy days“ to honor the guards were held throughout the year.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Romans and Egyptians view their children differently?

Roman children were expected to be the main providers for their families.
Egyptian families generally raised all of their children.
Romans preferred girls to boys, as they could give birth and were therefore more god-like.
In Rome, the eldest son held the same status as paterfamilias.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What were thermopolia?

Massive grills that wealthy families kept in their homes for cooking large meats.
Salty fish sauces that were preserved in clay jars.
Fast-food places where Romans could buy ready-to-eat food.
Animals that merchants kept on display to attract customers.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

For wealthy Romans, the fanciest space in their homes was often the

music room.
indoor pool.
atrium.
dining room.

7.

MULTIPLE SELECT QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Select the modern-day occupations that a woman in Rome could hold.

dentist
doctor
real estate agent
soldier

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