Roman Society and Its Classes

The video explores life in the Roman Empire during the Pax Romana, a period of peace and stability. It examines the roles and lifestyles of different societal groups: soldiers, women, plebeians, slaves, and patricians. Soldiers defended and expanded the empire, women managed households, plebeians engaged in farming and trade, slaves performed labor, and patricians enjoyed wealth and influence. Each group contributed to Roman society in unique ways.

What was the Pax Romana known for in the Roman Empire?

• A period of constant warfare

• A time of peace and stability

• An era of economic decline

• A phase of cultural stagnation

What was the primary duty of Roman soldiers?

• To protect and expand the Empire

• To build infrastructure

• To manage trade routes

• To govern provinces

What activities did Roman soldiers engage in when not in combat?

• Farming and trading

• Building roads and bridges

• Studying Roman law

• Hand-to-hand combat training and hunting

What was the primary role of women in the Roman Empire?

• To manage household tasks

• To engage in politics

• To lead religious ceremonies

• To serve in the military

What were plebeians primarily engaged in?

• Religious duties

• Political leadership

• Military service

• Farming and trading

Which goods were commonly traded by plebeians?

• Gold and diamonds

• Pottery and textiles

• Iron, silk, and spices

• Oil and grain

What was a common practice regarding slaves in the Roman Empire?

• They were primarily used as soldiers

• They were allowed to vote

• They were often mistreated and whipped

• They were given land to farm

Which group in Roman society was known for living in grand houses?

• Slaves

• Patricians

• Soldiers

• Plebeians

What was a notable characteristic of the patricians' lifestyle?

• They spent most of their time in art and music

• They were primarily farmers

• They lived in small, modest homes

• They had no influence in society

Which group was considered the wealthiest in Roman society?

• Women

• Plebeians

• Patricians

• Soldiers