Submit an original response to 3 of the 6 threads. Each questions must be answered in its own thread. Include your source(s) for each original comment. Please mainly use the textbook as a source.CHAPTER 5-THE CIVILIZATION OF ANCIENT ROME
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The Romans tell many stories about themselves, some true, some highly embellished, and some completely based in myth. What values are reflected in these tales? How did the changes to society following the Punic wars challenge these values?
The consequences of Roman imperialism were vast both physically and culturally. How and why did imperialism change the Roman people?
Based on Polybius’ description of a Roman funeral, how can such rites be related to republican ideals? How is this type of funeral a unique expression of Roman family values?
Look at the depictions of Cleopatra. How does Cleopatra’s self-representation compare to that of Hatshepsut (chapter 2) or Ptolemy (chapter 4)?
Given the two views of Augustus what conclusions should we draw about the kind of leader he was? What about each document should be held to greater scrutiny?
Study the maps of Roman cities. Given that all Roman cities share certain features, what message(s) were Roman authorities trying to convey to inhabitants and travelers through urban planning?