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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. These types of buildings are found only in Rome during this period.
(a) Atrium style homes.
(b) Flats.
(c) Hostels.
(d) Apartments.

2. All jockeys of chariots belong to ______.
(a) Unions.
(b) Leagues.
(c) Clubs.
(d) Teams.

3. This altar is built on the Campus Martius to commemorate the victories of the emperor in Spain.
(a) Livia.
(b) Forum Romanum.
(c) Ara Pacis.
(d) Forum Augustum.

4. Punishments are administered according to this.
(a) Family name.
(b) Social rank.
(c) Citizenship.
(d) Age.

5. There are reportedly no bakers in Rome until after this time.
(a) 1 BC.
(b) 5 AD.
(c) 43 BC.
(d) 174 BC.

Short Answer Questions

1. The only female priesthood of Rome are these.

2. The population of Rome in the 2nd century AD is about this many.

3. Limestone, brick, and this are standard building materials.

4. Caligula is succeeded by this person, whom many believed is stupid, due to physical ailments.

5. Under this ruler, a land-locked inner basin is built which is linked to the Tiber via a canal.

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe the food shops of Rome, including important food sources for Romans, and how the foods are processed.

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

3. 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.

4. 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.

5. What are two of the factors that help Rome develop further and faster than other cities?

6. Describe a day at the races in Rome.

7. Describe the theater of Pompey.

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

9. Describe the summer dining rooms in wealthy houses.

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

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