How to Make an Ancient Curse Tablet

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What is a defixio?

• A type of ancient Greek and Roman pottery

• A Roman military strategy

• A modern stress-relief technique

• A type of ancient Greek and Roman curse tablet

Why was lead commonly used for curse tablets?

• It was rare and expensive

• It was cold, dark, and heavy, symbolizing the curse

• It was a sacred metal in ancient rituals

• It was light and easy to transport

What are voces magicae?

• Strings of gibberish used in curses

• A Roman military formation

• A type of ancient Greek and Roman food

• A type of ancient Greek pottery

What is the purpose of rolling and piercing the curse tablet with a nail?

• To make it more decorative

• To protect it from damage

• To make it easier to transport

• To activate the spell

In what types of locations were curse tablets often found?

• In tombs, caves, and bathhouses

• In ancient marketplaces

• In ancient libraries

• In modern museums