What type of housing was most common for average Roman citizens living in urban areas?

Roman Housing and Social Structure

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Palaces
Insulae
Domus
Villas
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was a significant risk associated with living in insulae?
Landslides
Animal attacks
Fires
Earthquakes
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was a common feature of the upper floors in insulae?
Private gardens
Running water
Smaller, cheaper apartments
Elaborate decorations
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How did domus differ from insulae in terms of ownership?
Domus were rented, insulae were owned
Both were rented
Both were owned
Domus were owned, insulae were rented
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why were domus considered essential for those climbing the social ladder?
They had more floors
They were cheaper than insulae
They were located in the countryside
They were a symbol of wealth and status
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the central hall of a domus called?
Tablinum
Atrium
Culina
Triclinium
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the purpose of the compluvium in a domus?
To house the servants
To serve as a dining area
To collect rainwater
To provide light
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