Roman Writing Tools

Which materials did Romans use for more permanent writing according to the text? Select TWO correct answers.

• Wax tablets

• Papyrus

• Stone

• Reed pens

• Parchment

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RI.3.2

What can the reader conclude about Roman writing tools from information throughout the selection?

• They were all portable and easy to carry around.

• They varied in permanence and ease of use.

• They were all made from unnatural materials.

• They were all reusable and could be erased.

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CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

Which idea about Roman communication is emphasized throughout the article?

• A. Romans only communicated through writing.

• B. Romans had various tools and methods for writing.

• C. Roman writing was only used for official purposes.

• D. Romans preferred oral communication over writing.

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

Based on the information in the text, the reader can conclude that Roman ink can best be described as-

• a substance made from available materials

• a complex mixture of rare ingredients

• a product that came in limited color options

• a writing material that was only used by professional scribes

• a compound that required less effort to make than modern ink

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CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RF.4.4C

CCSS.RL.3.1

Which of the following options best describes the main purpose of wax tablets in ancient Rome?

• To create permanent records

• To write letters to distant friends

• To make erasable, reusable writing surfaces

• To carve important messages

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CCSS.RI.3.7

CCSS.RI.4.7

CCSS.RI.5.7

CCSS.RL.3.7

CCSS.RL.4.7

Based on these sentences, what can the reader conclude about the Roman method of carving words into hard surfaces?

• It was quick and easy to create.

• It was used for everyday messages.

• It was seen as worth the effort and time required.

• It was only used by professional writers and poets.

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CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

Based on the information in paragraphs 3 through 4, what can the reader conclude about the design of Roman writing tools?

• The tools were designed to require minimal maintenance.

• The tools were created to complement each other.

• The tools were made exclusively from rare materials.

• The tools were intended for permanent writing only.

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

Based on the information throughout the selection, what can the reader conclude about the evolution of Roman writing materials?

• A. Romans continuously improved their writing materials over time.

• B. Each new material completely replaced the previous ones.

• C. Different materials were used for different purposes.

• D. All Roman writing materials were equally durable.

• E. Romans only used easy to create materials for writing.

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RI.3.2

Which idea about the effort involved in stone carving is emphasized throughout the text?

• A. Stone carving needed careful attention to each letter.

• B. Stone carving was only done by Roman soldiers.

• C. Romans carved stone messages every day.

• D. Carving messages required special tools like chisels and hammers.

• E. Stone carving was as quick as writing on wax tablets.

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RI.3.2

What can the reader conclude about beeswax tablets from information throughout the selection? Use evidence from the article to support your response.

• Beeswax tablets were used for writing in ancient times.

• Beeswax tablets are a modern invention for artists.

• Beeswax tablets are primarily used in cooking.

• Beeswax tablets are a type of musical instrument.

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.5.2