Most Common Killers In Ancient Rome and Greece

The video explores the causes of death in ancient Greece and Rome, highlighting high infant mortality, infectious diseases like malaria and plagues, and the impact of war and violence. It also discusses the spread of venereal diseases, poor sanitation, and the effects of alcohol consumption. The understanding of cancer in ancient times is also covered.

What was a major cause of high mortality rates in ancient Greece and Rome?

• Poor sanitation and lack of medical knowledge

• Central plumbing systems

• Advanced medical practices

• Abundant clean water supplies

Which disease was particularly deadly in ancient Rome during the summer months?

• Syphilis

• Malaria

• Smallpox

• Cholera

What was a common misunderstanding about venereal diseases in ancient times?

• They were transmitted by animals

• They were caused by bad air

• They were spread through water

• They were related to seed and flow

What was a significant factor in the spread of cholera in ancient Rome?

• Advanced sewage systems

• Shared public toilets

• Abundant fresh water

• Clean public baths

Which war involved the deadly battle of Cannae?

• The Persian Wars

• The Peloponnesian War

• The Second Punic War

• The First Punic War

What was the impact of the Persian Empire's invasion of Greece?

• Increased trade

• Improved sanitation

• Higher male mortality rates

• Peaceful coexistence

What was the Roman government's response to the Bacchanalia?

• They banned it

• They expanded it

• They encouraged it

• They ignored it

What was a common result of heavy wine consumption in ancient Rome?

• Better social harmony

• Enhanced productivity

• Increased crime and violence

• Improved health

What did Hippocrates compare tumors to?

• Birds

• Fish

• Crabs

• Snakes

Why might cancer have been less common in ancient times compared to today?

• Shorter life spans and fewer industrial pollutants

• Advanced medical treatments

• More carcinogens in the air

• Longer life expectancy