Roman Life
Romans were known to drink a diluted wine at breakfast. True or False
True
Gladiators were trained soldiers. True or False
False.
Did Ancient Rome have glass?
Yes.
The Ancient Romans had only 12 gods they worshipped? True or false.
False
Spartacus was an ex-soldier, true or false.
True.
What was the name of the main item of clothing worn by the Romans?
A toga.
How did the idea of using gladiators begin?
It started at a funeral where the fighters were used to honour the deceased.
What is the purpose of an aqueduct?
It allowed the Romans to supply towns and crops with water from elsewhere.
Who is the Roman god of war?
Mars.
In the slave revolt of 73-71BCE what did the escaping gladiators use to fight their way out of the school?
Kitchen items.
What is a patrician?
This is the name for someone in the upper class of society.
What is the name of the most famous gladiator arena?
The Colosseum.
What is a chariot?
A 2 wheeled cart pulled by horses, used in battle and in races.
Who is the god of love?
Cupid.
What type of gladiator was Spartacus
Murillo.
Beyond just keeping clean, why were Roman public bathes so important to daily life?
They became a place to socialise and meet friends.
Most gladiators were slaves or criminals, but not all. Why would someone choose to become a gladiator?
For fame and fortune. To escape debt.
Name 4 technological advances, apart from aqueducts, that allowed the Romans civilisation to succeed and spread.
Newspapers, concrete, roads, plumbing, welfare for underprivileged, surgical tools
Who is the god of the sea?
Neptune.
What is the name of the gladiator school?
A ludus
Name 3 uses that Ancient Rome had for urine.
Brusing teeth, washing clothes, medicine, fertilizer, to make money.
Name the weapon that gladiators take their name from.
Gladius.
Who is the god of the harvest?
Ceres.
What happened to Spartacus?
He is believed to have died in the final battle.