Rome: Daily Life pt 1

What did the Romans import instead of growing all their own food?

• Wheat, olives, and other basic foods

• Gold and silver

• Spices and silk

• Fruits and vegetables

Rome became a major center of __________ in ancient times.

• war

• trade

• thievery

• gaming

What did Roman farmers focus on after importing food?

• Building roads

• Raising only the crops they wanted

• Trading with other countries

• Building ships

What language were Romans taught to read and write in?

• Latin

• Greek

• English

• French

Who is the goddess of wisdom and creator of music?

• Minerva

• Venus

• Juno

• Diana

What do the boys do to become stronger?

• Exercise and play rough games

• Read books

• Sing songs

• Paint pictures

What is the important line from Virgil's poem?

• Fortune favors the brave.

• Time waits for no one.

• Knowledge is power.

• All roads lead to Rome.

What is the Circus Maximus?

• A small park

• A big racetrack

• A museum

• A restaurant

What opportunities does the city of Rome offer?

• Only for relaxation

• Acquiring wealth, knowledge, and experiences

• Only for shopping

• Only for dining

What is an aqueduct used for?

• To carry fresh, clean water

• To transport goods

• To build roads

• To grow crops