3. If found guilty of adultery, the wife and her lover suffer this.
(a) Killed.
(b) Banished to different locations.
(c) Exiled.
(d) Put into prison.

4. Magistrates address the assembly here.
(a) Comitium.
(b) Forum.
(c) Apex.
(d) Gallic.

5. One of the most obvious characteristics of Roman entertainment is this.
(a) Variety.
(b) Severity.
(c) Length.
(d) Humor.

Short Answer Questions

1. Augustus fixes the number of senators at this number.

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

3. Rome's position on the this river provides it with a great defensive posture.

4. By the first century BC, theater is geared toward this.

5. Streets are so narrow and dangerous, these are generally banned.

Short Essay Questions

1. Explain the development of the equestrian order in the third and second centuries.

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

3. Explain and describe the Vestal Virgins.

4. Explain the naming convention of boy and girls in Rome, including when they are named, how many names they have, and under which legislation the naming convention becomes popular.

5. 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.

6. Describe where Rome receives her food supply.

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

8. Describe the reign, and fall, of Caligula.

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

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

(see the answer keys)

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