Topic 7: Society in the Republic

Front

Who was considered the ruler of a family in a patriarchal society?

Back

the father

Front

Which statement best describes the role of the paterfamilias in the Roman family?

Back

He had complete authority over his wife and children.

Front

What is an established religion?

Back

a religion that receives government support

Front

What were villas?

Back

country estates owned by wealthy Romans

Front

Tenant farmers in ancient Rome were

Back

people who rented farmland from wealthy landlords.

Front

Roman women enjoyed more freedom than _____ women.

Back

Greek

Front

In the city, most poor people lived in cramped apartments without ________.

Back

running water

Front

The Romans worshipped ______ of gods.

Back

hundreds

Front

Why were these Twelve Tables placed in the Roman marketplace?

Back

They were a written code of laws placed in a central location for everyone to see.

Front

In Ancient Rome, only _____ could vote

Back

male citizens