Roman Social Classes Rich Romans lived lives of luxury and excess, while poor Romans were packed together in apartment houses with no plumbing or kitchens. To avoid riots, emperors supplied free grain and entertainments called circuses, in which gladiators fought to the death. 1 of 3 The Fate of Ancient Rome Section 1: Roman Daily Life Roman Citizens Rome had about a million residents by the time of Augustus. Roman men registered for citizenship through the census. Later, other people in the empire would be able to claim citizenship as well.

Roman Family Life The government encouraged large families by providing support in the form of land or privileges. Extended families lived together, with the paterfamilias heading the household. Women’s lives varied according to their husband’s wealth and status. 2 of 3 The Fate of Ancient Rome Section 1: Roman Daily Life Slavery in Rome Slaves lives depended upon the type of work they did. Some household slaves were treated relatively well, while those who performed farm work or mining, or who served as gladiators suffered more. Section Reading Support Transparency

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