Exercise 0.3 Reading Comprehension

What was the role of Aeneas in founding Rome?

Aeneas was a Roman general who conquered neighboring lands to establish the city of Rome
Aeneas was a Trojan prince who traveled to Italy, married a woman from the Latin tribe, and became the ancestor of the Romans.
Aeneas was a Greek philosopher who influenced Roman thinkers during the Republic era.
Aeneas was a Roman poet who wrote about the founding of Rome in his epic poems.

What year was Rome founded?

What were the three types of government that divide Roman history?

During the republic, how long was a consul’s term?

What were the two distinct classes of Roman society called?

Who was the first Roman Emperor?

How did the city of Ostia get its name?

It was named after the Roman goddess Ostia, protector of ports and harbors.
It means "Eternal City" in Latin, signifying its significance as an important Roman settlement.
It was derived from "ostium," which means "mouth" in Latin, referring to its location at the mouth of the Tiber River.
It was named in honor of Emperor Augustus, who founded the city.

What was the “Square of Corporations” in ancient Ostia?

If you were to visit Ostia Antica today and view the ruins, what is one building or feature that you could see there?

Why were buildings in Ostia so well-preserved for archaeologists to study today?

Ancient Romans built structures using reinforced concrete, ensuring their longevity.
The city was covered in mud and silt from the nearby sea, which preserved the buildings over time.
Ostia was continuously inhabited throughout history, leading to ongoing maintenance of its buildings.
Ancient Romans built structures with large stones, making them highly durable and resistant to decay.