2. Nero and his advisers blame these individuals for a great fire that guts central Rome.
(a) Jews.
(b) Foreigners.
(c) Haters of Nero.
(d) Christians.

3. Under this ruler, a land-locked inner basin is built which is linked to the Tiber via a canal.
(a) Claudius.
(b) Trajan.
(c) Othello.
(d) Augustus.

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

5. The toga is a sign of this.
(a) Slavery.
(b) Formality.
(c) Religion.
(d) Class.

Short Answer Questions

1. The stage of the Theater of Marcellus is _________.

2. The comedies that have an effect on later Roman comedy are the _____ and the ______.

3. Roman literature indicates this is widespread.

4. The only female priesthood of Rome are these.

5. Roman religion is _______ in origin.

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe the summer dining rooms in wealthy houses.

2. Explain the refurbishment of monuments under Augustus.

3. Describe the great fire, Nero's response, and his scapegoat.

4. Describe the theater of Pompey.

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 the education of children in Rome. Be sure to include information about class differences, gender differences, and how the educational system was organized.

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

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

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

10. Describe where Rome receives her food supply.

(see the answer keys)

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