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Who is the daughter of Ceres (Demeter), who was taken to the Underworld, leading to the changing of the seasons?
Persephone
What are the names of the three well-known brothers?
Roman: Pluto, Jupiter, Neptune
Greek: Hades, Zeus, Poseidon
What is the article of clothing that every Roman wore?
Tunic
What Roman amphitheater was used for gladiator battles and could hold tens of thousands of spectators?
The Colosseum
What is the central room in a Roman house was used for receiving guests and often had a pool to collect rainwater?
Who had to complete 12 labors?
Hercules
What are the twins' names?
Roman: Apollo and Diana
Greek: Apollo and Artemis
Men are to togas as women are to what?
What was the central area of ancient Rome where public speeches, criminal trials, and gladiator matches took place?
The Roman Forum
What is the the main meal of the day, eaten in the evening?
Remember to answer in Latin!
Cena (English: Dinner)
What is the name of the three-headed dog guarding the entrance to the Underworld?
Cerberus
Who is Cupid's, the god of love, mother?
Roman: Venus
Greek: Aphrodite
What is the outer garment for women?
Palla
What ancient Roman temple has a huge dome and a circular opening at the top called an oculus?
The Pantheon
Wealthy Romans reclined on couches in this room while eating.
Triclinium (English: Dining room)
Which hero of the Trojan War was dipped in the River Styx by his mother, making him nearly invulnerable--except for his heel?
Achilles
Who sprung fully armored from her father's head?
Roman: Minerva
Greek: Athena
What color toga was worn by Roman emperors and high-ranking officials?
Purple
What massive stadium in Rome could seat over 150,000 people and was used for chariot races?
The Circus Maximus
What hand gesture meant mercy when given by the crowd at a gladiator fight?
A thumbs up (or turned thumb)
After charming Hades and Persephone, Orpheus was told not to do this while leading Eurydice back to the living world.
Name all the children of Cronus and Rhea? Hint: There are 6
Roman: Ceres, Vesta, Juno, Pluto, Neptune, Jupiter
Greek: Demeter, Hestia, Hera, Hades, Poseidon, Zeus
What is the necklace worn by boys?
Bulla
What was the ancient Roman road that connected Rome to southern Italy and was important for trade and military?
The Appian Way (Via Appia)
A slave who had been freed was called this, and they often became clients of their former masters.
libertus