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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. If found guilty of adultery, the wife and her lover suffer this.
(a) Killed.
(b) Banished to different locations.
(c) Exiled.
(d) Put into prison.

2. This is a typical style of tomb in Rome, as well as in Ostia.
(a) Colimbaria.
(b) There are no tombs.
(c) Colisthania.
(d) Columbarium.

3. Punishments are administered according to this.
(a) Citizenship.
(b) Age.
(c) Family name.
(d) Social rank.

4. One of the most obvious characteristics of Roman entertainment is this.
(a) Humor.
(b) Variety.
(c) Length.
(d) Severity.

5. Living conditions in Rome are so dirty this ruler passes a decree ordering home owners to clean the areas in front of their homes.
(a) Augustus.
(b) Claudius.
(c) Othella.
(d) Julius Caesar.

Short Answer Questions

1. Roman literature indicates this is widespread.

2. Hairstyles of women vary according to this.

3. High rise homes lack these, as they don't have running water.

4. These are forbidden within the city.

5. Streets are so narrow and dangerous, these are generally banned.

Short Essay Questions

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

2. Describe the theater of Pompey.

3. Describe where Rome receives her food supply.

4. Describe the education of children in Rome. Be sure to include information about class differences, gender differences, and how the educational system was organized.

5. Describe men and women's clothing and fashion in Rome. Be sure to include information about not only clothing, but also hairstyles, cosmetics, and any other information.

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

7. Describe Roman marriage, including the age of marriage for both men and women, any penalties for not being married over a certain age, how they are arranged, the engagement, and the wedding ceremony.

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

9. What are two of the factors that help Rome develop further and faster than other cities?

10. Explain the development of the aqueducts in Rome.

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