Daily Life in Ancient Rome Reading Passage

What were the houses in ancient Rome made of?

• Wood

• Stone or bricks

• Mud

• Straw

What would a Roman do after waking up in the morning?

• Go to work

• Have a light breakfast

• Go to school

• Go to the theater

What was an important part of Roman life?

• Theater

• School

• Public baths

• Feasts

What were most Romans' occupations?

• Farmers

• Craftsmen

• Traders

• All of the above

What did Roman children learn at school?

• Cooking

• Reading, writing, and mathematics

• Swimming

• Craftsmanship

What was a typical lunch for the Romans?

• Bread and cheese

• Vegetables and fruits

• Meat

• All of the above

What did Romans do during their free time in the afternoon?

• Nap

• Go to the theater

• Exercise

• All of the above

When was the main meal of the day for the Romans?

• Breakfast

• Lunch

• Dinner

• Afternoon snack

What did Romans use to eat their meals?

• Forks and spoons

• Chopsticks

• Their hands

• Knives

Why did Romans go to bed early?

• To wake up early the next day

• To avoid nighttime activities

• To rest after a big feast

• To avoid the heat of the day