ROMANS
The Ancient Roman civilization was one of the greatest empires of all time. It lasted over 1200 years outlasting all other empires. So letsexplore Ancient Rome and learn about their daily life, myths, inventions and government.
In this unit of work you will be working together with a group of students in your class. Your group's task is to create a website about Ancient Rome to share with the whole class. As a member of the group you will explore Websites about Ancient Rome. Remember these websites might be at a level that you find hard to read so please ask for help and use a dictionary.
You'll begin with everyone in your group getting some background information about Ancient Rome. Then each member of your group will have to select a topic to study in-depth and become an expert.
Olympian, Parvulus ( child), Historian, Senator, Legionary
Each group member will produce a mini poster project on their Ancient Rome topic. Once that task is completed, each member will share their projects and information with the other group members and together create a large poster project and website to publish your information. At the completion of the project you will have to present your work to the class
An Olympian is someone who comes from Mt. Olympus, the home of the Gods. You will learn about some of the Roman gods, their connection to Greek gods, and a myth.
Greek Mythology: The Olympians - The Greeks believed in the same Gods that the Romans did, but they used different names for their Gods. Compare the descriptions of the Roman Gods to those of the Greek Gods. Do you notice any differences? At this site, read about:
Zeus (Greek for Jupiter)
Poseidon (Greek for Neptune)
Hades (Greek for Pluto)
Hera (Greek for Juno)
Athena (Greek for Minerva)
Roman Gods - Visit this site to learn more about specific Roman Gods. Don't forget to record your answers on your tablet so that you can share with your team members later! Read about these gods and write down a few facts about each one:
Jupiter
Neptune
Pluto
Hera
Minerva
Hercules - As an Olympian, you should be aware of one of the most famous Roman/Greek myths. Click on Hercules to read this story about the hero.
Who was Hercules' enemy?
Why did he have to perform 12 difficult tasks?
Parvulus (Child)
Ancient Romans spoke Latin, and 'parvulus' was their word for 'child.' As a parvulus, you will explore schools, toys, and learn about the life of a Roman child.
School in Ancient Rome
Read this site to learn about the education system of ancient Rome.
What was the main goal of education in ancient Rome?
What did the Roman students use to do their math problems?
Did the kids of poor families go to school? Why or why not?
Toys in Ancient Rome
Ancient Romans liked to play games, just like you do!
How did the games in Ancient Rome compare with some games that you play today?
How did play time for poor families differ from wealthy families?
Do you play with the same animals that the Ancient Romans did?
The Romans: Families and Children
Read this site to learn about education in ancient Rome.
As a Roman child, would you prefer to be a boy or a girl? Why?
What were Roman primary (elementary) schools called?
What subjects did the boys learn in primary school? Are these subjects that you learn about in your school?
An historian studies the history, geography, and daily life of a certain culture. The daily life of Romans was very rich and interesting.
Daily Life in Rome - As a historian, you should learn more about the daily life of the Ancient Romans. At this website, you can! Please visit each link to learn more about their family life, houses, education, weddings, important days, and the life of the people.
Would you like to live in the houses of Ancient Rome? Why or why not?
What are some differences between the Roman lifestyle and today's lifestyle? How is your school different from or similar to the children's education that is discussed here?
Read the section about how Romans spent their leisure time. Do you notice any differences between how Romans spent their free time and how you spend yours? Do you approve of how they spent their free time?
The Romans: Leisure - A historian must understand the lives of the Ancient Romans. Please read the following page and answer these questions:
What are some of the things Romans did for fun?
What did Romans see when they went to the Amphitheatre?
What are some things that are the same between Ancient Rome and our lives today? What are some things that are different?
Roman Geography - As a historian that studies Rome, one of the most important parts of your role is to know where in the world Rome is located. Use this map to locate Rome and learn more about the geographic features (land). Remember that if you want to click on the yellow words to link to another page use the 'back' button to return to the 'geographic features' page where you will find the answers to the following questions.
Where is Rome located?
Where did most Romans live?
What is a forum?
Roman Baths - The Roman baths were an important part of the lifestyle of the Ancient Romans. As you learn about these baths, remember to write your answers to the following questions on your tablet so you will be able to share with your team members later.
What did the Romans do at the baths?
Do we have a place like the Roman baths for people to enjoy today?
What is the largest Roman bath? How big is it?
In Ancient Rome, a senator was a powerful Roman citizen who helped make laws and control the city. As a senator, you will learn more about Roman government, including senators, emperors, and the connections between their government.
The Romans: City of Rome - As a Senator, it is important that you understand more about the Roman system of government. This website will tell you about Roman government. Please read this page and then answer these questions:
Name all the different ways in which Rome was ruled.
How were senators elected? Who could and could not vote in these elections?
When Rome became an empire, who was the leader? Were there still senators?
Government in Rome - Read this site about the Roman Emperors, branches of government, and laws.
Why did the Romans want to have an Emperor?
What are the three branches of government? Which one is the most powerful part of the legislative branch?
Were women allowed to vote in Ancient Rome? Are they allowed to vote today? Do you think the laws about voting should be like the Ancient Roman times, or do you agree with today's laws? Why or why not?
How do you think an American woman from today would feel if she had to live back in Ancient Roman times?
Dead Romans: The Emperors - When Rome was an empire, emperors were in charge. As a senator, you should learn about the history of some of the different Roman emperors. Read this website and then answer the questions below:
Who was the first Roman emperor?
How did Caligula die?
Which emperor might have started a fire in Rome that destroyed almost one-half of the city?
The Legacy of Roman Government - Read this site on Roman government.
What does 'bicameral' mean?
How was the Roman government similar to the Australian government?
Why is it important that the Senators are chosen by the people?
The Roman Army To control their huge empire the Romans had a very powerful well organized army. The Roman army was very well trained. A soldier in the Roman army was called a Legionary. As a Legionary you will learn all about life in the Roman Army.
- Who was in charge?
- What was the structure of the army?
- What did the soldiers look like?
- What were some of the benefits of being in the Roman army?
- What were the centurions like?
- How many soldiers in a legion?
- What was a legions' standards? Which was the most famous?
- What was a Roman Battle formation?
- What were some of Roman armies weapons?
- What was the food like?
- What did Roman armies do wherever they went (besides fighting)?
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http://www.dl.ket.org/latin1/things/romanlife/index.htm
http://www.users.globalnet.co.uk/~loxias/odchoice.htm
Dress the Roman Soldier
http://www.schoolsliaison.org.uk/kids/preload.htm
Art activities
http://www.princetonol.com/groups/iad/lessons/middle/Lessons/6mosaic.htm
http://ablemedia.com/ctcweb/consortium/webbromans2.html
Roman Animation Clipart
http://www.animationlibrary.com/
