I WONDER - Who Developed The First Newspaper?

The Romans developed an early form of newspapers, which served similar purposes to modern ones by providing information on current affairs. These were inscribed on stone or metal slabs and placed in public spaces. Known as 'Actor the Earner' or 'Daily Acts', they included military victories, births, deaths, human interest stories, and Senate accounts.

What was the primary purpose of the Roman newspapers?

• To entertain the public

• To provide information about current affairs

• To advertise products

• To teach literacy

How were the stories in Roman newspapers presented?

• Printed on paper

• Written on papyrus

• Inscribed on stone or metal slabs

• Typed on parchment

Where were Roman newspapers typically displayed?

• In private homes

• In public spaces

• In libraries

• In schools

Which of the following was NOT a typical content of Roman newspapers?

• Military victories

• Birth and death announcements

• Weather forecasts

• Senate accounts

What was the Roman newspaper called?

• Daily News

• Roman Times

• Actor the Earner or Daily Acts

• The Roman Chronicle