Ancient Rome WORLD HISTORY
Stinger 1.How is the architecture in the picture to the left similar to that of the Ancient Greeks? 2.How is the architecture to the left different from that of the Ancient Greeks? 3.What do you think was the purpose of this structure? 4.How does this structure compare to similar modern structures that are used for the same purpose? 5.Why has this structure remained standing?
ARCHITECTURE GREEKROMAN
Take aways from the Coliseum Romans adapted much from Greek lifestyle Mythology Architecture Art Philosophy Romans and Greeks built in stone, which has largely survived over time Greek architecture included columns, friezes, and the amphitheater Roman architecture adds arches, domes, and the coliseum Sports for improvement of body and mind vs. sports for entertainment Athletic competition vs. blood sports Roman plumbing allowed for greater sanitation, flooding of the coliseum, roman baths, and fountains
How to take movie notes Facts Roman empire stretched from Scotland to Syria In 100AD could go from Egypt into Northern Europe on paved roads using one currency and one passport Jefferson and Napoleon influenced by Roman history Inferences/ Comments Incorporates Europe, which required agricultural advancements Somewhat similar to the Eurozone now Roman Republic and Empire influences the rest of Western history
Rome: From Village to Republic