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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. The most important circus in Rome is this.

2. Hairstyles of women vary according to this.

3. The final writer of tragedy plays in Rome is this,

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

5. These help to organize small time businessmen of Rome.

Short Essay Questions

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

2. Explain and describe the Vestal Virgins.

3. Describe the theater of Pompey.

4. Explain the trials and punishments of the Roman Empire.

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

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

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

8. Explain the development of the aqueducts in Rome.

9. What is the Circus Maximus, where is it, and what is it made from?

10. Describe where Rome receives her food supply.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Explain in detail the spiritual life of the Roman. Include information about the Imperial cult, the priests and priestesses, sacrifices to the gods, the cult of Vesta, the Vestal Virgins and their role in Rome, and the House of the Vestal Virgin. Also explain the foreign cults that are a large part of ancient Rome.

Essay Topic 2

Describe the various types of workers within the Athenian society. What type of work do they do? Why is this useful to society? Are there slaves, and how are they treated? How does this compare the same issues within Roman society?

Essay Topic 3

Compare and contrast the dress of Athenian men and women with the dress of Roman men and women. Be sure to include differences and similarities not only in clothing, but also in hairstyles and in makeup. Explain what similarities and differences exist in these similar, yet vastly different cultures.

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