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Roman Civilization Wrld Hist 1 By Paulina Bui
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Roman Families
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In ancient Rome, the father had complete control over his household.
-The father owned all of the family's wealth and property.
-Many families had enslaved people.
-The father could legally kill his children or sell them into slavery at any age.
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Roman Families
In ancient Rome, the father had complete control over his household.
-The father owned all of the family's wealth and property.
-Many families had enslaved people.
-The father could legally kill his children or sell them into slavery at any age.
Women in Roman Society
Roman women
-Was expected to become wives and mothers.
-Could not vote or run for office.
-Went out in public to worship and to attend the theater.
-Owned property and businesses.
-Had many more rights then women in other societies.
Roman Education
Roman Education was based on the Greek system.
-Children of very wealthy families had tutors at home; other went to schools.
-Subjects included Greek, philosophy, and other humanities subjects.
-Classical education was revived during the Renaissance.
The Roman Language
The Roman Language is called Latin.
-Latin is the basis of many modern languages, including Spanish and French.
-About half of all English words have Latin roots.
-Latin is still used for legal scientific, and medical term.
Roman Education
How did Roman education influence Western civilization?
The Roman course of study focused on the humanities.
Religion
Roman religion was adopted from other cultures, especially the greeks.
-The Romans were polytheistic; they adopted Greek gods.
-Their religion was focused on performing rituals to please the gods.
-Their religion did not provide a moral code to guide daily behavior.
Roman Philosophy
Stoicism was a Greek philosophy adopted by the Romans.
-Emphasizes logic and reason over emotion.
-Says that people should always take the right action.
Outside Influences
Roman culture was heavily influenced by Greek civilization. The Roman religion adopted Greek gods, and religion was heavily focused on performing rituals to please the gods. he Roman religion did not include a moral code of behavior.
Roman Literature
Great works of Roman literature include poetry, history, philosophy, and rhetoric.
-Cicero was a writer who influenced the founding fathers.
-Tacitus was an important historian.
-The poet Ovid wrote the epic poem metamorphoses.
Roman Civilization
How has Roman culture influenced Western civilization? Check all that apply.
-Modern artists and architects have incorporated Roman techniques.
-American ideas about government were shaped by Roman beliefs.
Urban Construction
-Many Romans lived in apartment-style buildings.
-Firefighting brigades protected the city when fire broke out.
-Public latrines had sewer systems that drained into the river.
Romans Roads
The Romans built thousands of miles of roads to connect their empire.
-Was built to move the Roman military.
