Chapter 11: Mediterranean Society: The Roman Phase: Indulgences and the Daily Lives of Romans Quiz

The lives of average Romans saw many amazing feats including sweeping military superiority, vast public building projects, advancements in innovation and technology, and finally the culmination of the first mega city of the ancient period. As a result of the cities construction and development Romans living during this period had access to commodities unavailable to others, while at the same time faced problems others did not such as disease and fire. Understanding the lives of average Romans is important in analyzing the society as a whole, as well as the advancement of this great empire.