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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Caligula is assassinated, along with these individuals.
(a) His wife and daughter.
(b) His mother and wife.
(c) His son and daughter.
(d) His mother and daughter.

2. Streets are so narrow and dangerous, these are generally banned.
(a) Horses.
(b) Chariots.
(c) Military vehicles.
(d) Wheeled vehicles.

3. Roman foods are often highly _____.
(a) Priced.
(b) Valued.
(c) Praised.
(d) Spiced.

4. At the end of the sixth century, this type of government is in place.
(a) Democracy.
(b) Republican.
(c) Communism.
(d) Dictatorship.

5. This is where all public and political life are conducted.
(a) The Quirnal.
(b) The Palatine.
(c) The Forum.
(d) The Comitium.

Short Answer Questions

1. These, built in 312 BC, provide a reliable source of water for Romans.

2. These types of buildings are found only in Rome during this period.

3. Roman literature indicates this is widespread.

4. The most important circus in Rome is this.

5. This is the most sophisticated of the art forms in Roman theater.

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe men and women's clothing and fashion in Rome. Be sure to include information about not only clothing, but also hairstyles, cosmetics, and any other information.

2. Describe the two types of comedy that have an effect on Rome.

3. Explain the refurbishment of monuments under Augustus.

4. Explain the drinks and snacks provided by the bars of Rome, and why eating out is so important.

5. Describe Roman marriage, including the age of marriage for both men and women, any penalties for not being married over a certain age, how they are arranged, the engagement, and the wedding ceremony.

6. Describe a day at the races in Rome.

7. Describe where Rome receives her food supply.

8. Compare and contrast wealthy homes with those of the poor.

9. Describe the summer dining rooms in wealthy houses.

10. Describe the situation during the 1st century between the Optimates and the Populares.

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