Lesson #2: Daily Life in Ancient Rome

What was the population of Rome by the first century AD?

• Less than a million

• About 500,000

• Over two million

• Over a million people

How did Romans view cleanliness?

• Only for the elite

• Unnecessary

• A sign of weakness

• A sign of sophistication

Who could become Roman citizens?

• Only men

• Only those born in Rome

• All free inhabitants of Rome

• People from conquered lands

What was the main meal of the day for Romans called?

• Breakfast

• Cena

• Lunch

• Prandium

Who held absolute authority in a Roman family?

• The eldest daughter

• The eldest son

• The mother

• The pater familias

How did Romans acquire slaves?

• Finding them

• As rewards from the state

• Buying, selling, or as gifts

• Through inheritance

What was the Roman Forum?

• A residential area

• A marketplace and public square

• A private garden

• A type of Roman bath

What was the Roman currency before the 3rd century BC?

• Barter system

• Coins

• Paper money

• Gold nuggets

What was the primary purpose of Roman baths?

• Exercise only

• Socializing, exercise, and relaxation

• Cleaning clothes

• Religious rituals

What was the main source of entertainment during religious festivals?

• Public speeches

• Gladiatorial combats

• Athletic competitions

• Plays with humor and tragedy