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

2. These are forbidden within the city.
(a) Cremation or funerals.
(b) Burial or viewing.
(c) Viewing or cremation.
(d) Cremation or burial.

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

4. These establishments cater to a quick drink or longer refreshments.
(a) Street vendors.
(b) Bar.
(c) Restaurants.
(d) Watering hole.

5. This is used even in ancient Rome to access buildings during construction.
(a) Chains.
(b) Scaffolding.
(c) Rope.
(d) Ladders.

Short Answer Questions

1. This is a typical style of tomb in Rome, as well as in Ostia.

2. The Sacra Via and the Nova Via are the only of these wide enough.

3. This ruler is given the title of imperator and Augustus in 27 BC, which changes Rome from a Republic to a Principate.

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

5. This garment symbolizes a young man's status as a full citizen.

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe a day at the races in Rome.

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

3. Explain the imperial cult, in as much detail as possible.

4. Explain and describe the Vestal Virgins.

5. Describe the summer dining rooms in wealthy houses.

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

7. Explain the development of the aqueducts in Rome.

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

9. Describe the theater of Pompey.

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

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