Roman Legacies

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Philosophy (values, ideas, beliefs)
What values or ideas were an important part of Roman culture, and how was it important?

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The Romans valued stoicism. Romans believed that citizens should be involved in government and fight for the common good of society.

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Architecture
Describe three common structural features used in Roman architecture, and tell how each was used.

Back 2

Roman architecture used arches, vaults and domes. An arch is a curved opening that holds up a structure. A vault is an arched structure that forms a ceiling or roof, and a dome is a half-globe-shaped roof.

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Government and Laws
What rights did Roman enjoy? and how did their laws influence modern governments?

Back 3

Romans laws were based on common sense and justice, equal treatment under the law and the presumption of innocence.

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Engineering
What advances did the Roman make in Engineering?

Back 4

The Romans used arches, domes and vaults to create aqueducts, roads, government buildings, sewer systems such as the Cloaca Maximus and entertainment centers such as the Colosseum and Circus Maximus.

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Language
What influence did Latin have on European languages?

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Latin served as the basis for many European languages. It also serves as the official language of the Roman Catholic Church into the 20th century.

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Art
How has Roman art influence later societies?

Back 6

The Romans popularized floor mosaics and realistic forms of sculptures.