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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. ___________ is credited with building the first stage.

2. This is found on the walls of many houses during the excavations at Olynthus in the 1930s.

3. What do many Athenians do to unwanted children?

4. Over half the population of Attica are this.

5. The most famous Athenian trial is that of this person.

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe semi-detached houses as well as hill houses. Include details from the book.

2. Explain the marriage process, including the betrothal and the procession.

3. Explain the system of law and order in Athens.

4. Explain the Long Walls.

5. Describe the tribal contests of the fifth day of the Panathenaic festival.

6. Describe the statues of the exterior of the Parthenon.

7. Explain the great procession to the Acropolis.

8. Explain the change to comedy in the fourth century.

9. Explain the rumor behind the tent of Xerxes.

10. Explain how Attica provides food and water the the people. What systems are in place?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Compare Roman theater with Athenian theater. Be sure to include information on types of plays, actors, costumes, stages, theaters, and any other elements. Additionally, make sure to suggest reasons for any similarities and differences, and help to explain how these types of theaters affected Roman and Athenian life.

Essay Topic 2

An entire section of the book is dedicated to a discussion of the Colosseum, one of the most prominent of Roman architectural designs. Describe, in as much detail as possible, the Colosseum. Include the original name, how it receives its new name, the design of the arches and vaults, the materials used, stairs, the seating, awning, flooring, and any other information.

Essay Topic 3

Trajan's markets is one of the largest architectural endeavors of Trajan's reign. Discuss this market, including its use, size, purpose, and layout. Include items the customers might shop for, where they might eat, and items they may choose to purchase. Again, be as detailed as possible, and include information from other areas of the book to complete your answer.

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