I WONDER - What Was The Most Important Meal Of The Day For Romans?

I WONDER - What Was The Most Important Meal Of The Day For Romans?

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History, Arts, Social Studies

6th - 8th Grade

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The video discusses Roman dining customs, focusing on the main meal, Cena, which was held in the triclinium. It highlights the types of food consumed, including meats and delicacies like dormice, and the entertainment provided at dinner parties. The video also contrasts the dining experiences of wealthy Romans and the lower-class plebians.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where did Romans living in a domus typically have their main meal?

In the garden

In the triclinium

In the atrium

In the kitchen

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following meats was commonly consumed by Romans?

Turkey

Chicken

Pork

Rabbit

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a delicacy enjoyed by wealthy Romans during their meals?

Snails

Dormice

Oysters

Frogs

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What type of entertainment was often included in wealthy Roman dinner parties?

Dancers and musicians

Gladiator fights

Chariot races

Theater plays

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the dining experience of plebeians differ from that of wealthy Romans?

They did not have dinner parties

They had the same level of extravagance

They had less extravagant meals

They had more extravagant meals