Life in Ancient Rome

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Objective

I can analyze the lasting impact of Ancient Rome on modern law, language, and architecture.

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Practice

7 questions

1

Name three foods introduced or popularized in Britain by the Romans that are still commonly eaten today.

2

Explain how Latin, the language of Ancient Rome, continues to influence modern English. Provide at least two specific examples of English words with Latin roots.

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Exit ticket

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Give one example of how Roman architecture or engineering continues to influence building design or infrastructure today. Name one way the Latin language, spoken in Ancient Rome, has influenced the English language.

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