Rome
What to Know About Rome Standard: 6-2: The student will demonstrate an understanding of life in ancient civilizations and contributions to the modern world. Indicator: 6-2.3 Describe the development of Roman civilization, including language, government, architecture, and engineering.
You should be able to… Today Describe the development of Rome’s architecture and engineering and their contributions to the modern world
Architecture and engineering What parts do these structures have in common? Why do you think these structures have these parts?
Architecture and engineering What do these pictures show? How do these pictures compare to those of modern times (today)? MODERN WORLD ROME VS
Think, turn and talk, share What is an architect? What is an engineer? What characteristics does an architect and an engineer have to possess in order to build structures like the ones you just saw? Why would these skills be important?
You should be able to… Today Describe the development of Rome’s architecture and engineering and their contributions to the modern world
Your notes about roman architecture and engineering
Rome architecture and engineering Notes advanced previous accomplishments geared toward solving problems of everyday life modified the traditional post and lintel construction developed the arch in buildings and bridges built more stable structures The Coliseum inspired design elements used in many modern stadiums incorporated using domes in structures use with large buildings like the Pantheon Roman roads (used for trade and transportation) aqueducts (supply fresh water to cities) contributed to Pax Romana (Roman Peace)
Think, turn and talk, share Describe the development of Rome’s architecture and engineering and their contributions to the modern world