Pax Romana Pt. I

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What materials did Romans use to create concrete?

Back

A blend of ground rocks, gypsum, and volcanic ash

Front

What was all Roman architecture built with?

Back

Concrete

Front

What was the Pantheon known as?

Back

The Great Temple at the very center of the city

Front

What were aqueducts used for in Roman civilization?

Back

Carrying fresh water to the cities

Front

What happened to road building after the reign of Augustus?

Back

It accelerated

Front

What did Roman roads allow for?

Back

Easier transportation of goods, information, and soldiers

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What was the Colosseum used for?

Back

A variety of sports and public spectacles

Front

What role did slave labor play in Roman architecture?

Back

Slave labor built all of the architectural marvels of the Roman Empire

Front

What fraction of people living in Italy were slaves during the Roman Empire?

Back

1/3

Front

What fraction of the population of the whole Roman Empire were slaves?

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1/5