Ch. 11 Section 2 Quiz

Hey Liam, Isla, and Benjamin! Let's dive into history. What was a woman's role in Roman society?

• Primarily domestic, including raising children and managing the household

• Political leadership and military roles

• Religious leadership only

• No specific roles or expectations

How does knowing that pater is Latin for "father" help clarify what patriarchy and paterfamilias mean?

• It does not provide any clarification.

• It suggests that both terms relate to male authority or headship in a family or society.

• It indicates that both terms are derived from agricultural terms.

• It implies a historical context unrelated to family.

How did roles differ for boys and girls in Rome?

• Boys were trained for military and political roles, while girls were prepared for domestic duties.

• There was no difference; both boys and girls had similar roles.

• Girls were educated in philosophy and politics, while boys focused on arts and music.

• Boys and girls both primarily engaged in agricultural tasks.

Imagine you're a time traveler, Mason! How did the lives of the Roman classes differ back in ancient times?

• Based on wealth and social status

• By the languages they spoke

• By the regions they lived in

• No significant differences

In what ways might plebeian or slave homes have differed from the home illustrated above?

• Size and number of rooms

• Location and color

• Number of windows and doors

• None of the above

Imagine you're in ancient Rome! Ava, Lily, and Harper are discussing politics. How do you think the patricians reacted at first to the plebeians’ political equality?

• They were supportive

• They were indifferent

• They were opposed

• They were unaware

Why was the worship of gods an important part of Roman life?

• To ensure agricultural success and good harvests

• To maintain political power and control

• To foster community unity and cultural identity

• To have personal connection or relationship

What qualities did the Romans value? Why did they value these qualities more than others?

• Military prowess and discipline, because they were essential for expansion and defense

• Artistic and cultural achievements, to showcase their civilization's superiority

• Political acumen and public speaking, crucial for governance and leadership

• Agricultural innovation and self-sufficiency, important for sustaining the population

Which of the following was NOT true for women in Ancient Rome?

• Had power over all family matters
• Often married young
• Sometimes went to school, but not often.
• Could not enter politics

Based on what you learned about the roles of Men and Women, which inference about Roman society works best?

• religious beliefs/practices would have a large role in their daily lives

• the Romans were very social people (instead of being isolated or independent)

• it was better to be a man than a woman if you lived in Rome

• education, or the practice of learning, was looked down on by Romans