8.4 Roman Culture and Its Legacy

Rome was a SITE OF ENCOUNTER.

What does this mean?

• Rome was a deserted place with no interactions.
• Rome was a location where people avoided each other.
• Rome was a place where only one culture dominated.
• Different cultures, ideas, and people came together.

How did INTERNATIONAL TRADE impact Rome?

• International trade caused political unrest, weakened the economy, and limited Roman expansion.
• International trade had no impact on Rome. Rome stayed the same and did not influence other civilizations.

• International trade led to economic collapse, isolation, and decreased cultural exchange.
• International trade increased wealth, brought influences from other cultures and spread Roman influence.

What was Greco-Roman culture?

• A culture that originated in Africa
• A blend of Chinese and Indian cultures
• A term used to describe modern European culture
• The blending of Greek and Roman cultures during the Hellenistic period and the Roman Empire.

Name a Roman practice in the Greco-Roman culture.

• Chariot racing
• Public baths

• Gladiator fights
• Going to Mass

Which of the following helped spread Greco-Roman culture?

NOTE: You will choose TWO answers.

• The building of roads

• Taking public baths

• Allowing more people to become Roman citizens

• Chariot racing

Which of the following is MOST LIKE A MOSAIC?

• painting
• photograph
• drawing
• puzzle

Both the Greeks and Romans built statues to honor their gods, heroes and other important people.

Which statement is TRUE about the statues they built?

• Roman statues were more realistic, while Greek statues were more idealistic.

• Roman statues were more idealistic, while Greek statures were more realistic.

• Roman statues were made out of wood, while Greek statues were made out of stone.

• Roman statues were made out of stone, while Greek statues were made out of wood.

Why are languages that are developed from Latin called ROMANCE languages?

• They are called ROMANCE languages because they were created by the Roman god of language.
• They are called ROMANCE languages because they originated in regions where the Roman Empire had a significant influence.
• They are called ROMANCE languages because they are related to romantic love stories.
• They are called ROMANCE languages because they are only spoken in Rome.

Which language below is NOT a Romance language?

• Spanish

• Italian

• Russian
• French

What is ORATORY?

• Oratory is the art of painting
• Oratory is the art of cooking
• Oratory is the art of dancing
• Oratory is the art of public speaking or giving speeches.