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Everyday Roman Empire

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  • Define 'estate'
    A property covering a large area, usually containing a luxurious house
  • What is a toga? Describe how it is worn.
    A large piece of cloth wrapped around the body, leaving one arm free.
  • Food varied across the Roman Empire. Why is that?
    People ate what was available locally.
  • What materials were used in winter clothes?
    Wool
  • Name the 2 garments that women wore and describe them.
    A Stola (a type of dress), and a palla (a cloak).
  • What three things were women responsible for?
    Managed household, did chores, raised children
  • What two materials were important officials' togas made of?
    Fine materials such as Indian cotton or Chinese silk.
  • What does 'matron' mean?
    She is the wife in a wealthy or powerful family.
  • Money affected your education, clothing, and food in the ancient Roman empire. T/F
    True
  • What were wealthy people's dinner parties like? Name 4 things.
    Friends came over for several hours (1) to share banquet food (2) and enjoy entertainment (3), often provided by musicians (4).
  • Who was the head of the family?
    The man
  • Where did rich people live(1)? Describe their property (2).
    They lived in large estates and lived in villas.
  • Family was important for ancient Romans. T/F?
    True
  • Describe rich people's food (1). What three spices might they use (2)?
    Their food had more variety. They ate more meat. They used spices like pepper, cloves, and nutmeg.
  • What did rich women wear? Name 3 of 5 items.
    Jeweled brooches, pins, earrings, rings, necklaces.
  • Define 'villa'
    A large, luxurious house
  • What was the most common footwear?
    Leather sandals
  • What did children learn at school? Name at least 4 things.
    Reading, writing, mathematics, literature, effective speaking
  • Who went to school (2) and who didn't (1)?
    Rich boys did, some rich girls did, but slaves didn't
  • Who wore a simple tunic (2)? What was it made of?
    Slaves and workmen wore tunics made of rough material.
  • What foods did ordinary people eat? Name 4 of 6 foods.
    Porridge, beans, bread, vegetables, fish, and fruit
  • Where did most families work?
    On small farms
  • Define 'exotic'
    Unusual and exciting, coming from distant lands
  • What materials were used in summer clothes?
    Linen
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