SOURCE4 A typical villa of the type occupied by wealthy Romans
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A The atrium, or central courtyard, contained a shallow pool. The pool was ýlled by rain that entered through an opening in the roof (through which light also entered). B The solid high external walls had few or no windows. C The lararium, or household shrine, was also usually erected in the atrium. D Small olive oil lamps made of pottery or bronze provided lighting in the evening. E Furniture consisted mainly of beds, couches, low tables and chairs, which were placed on a mosaic or tiled þoor. The þoor was sometimes heated from beneath.
Did you know? Roman fathers had total power over families, including killing or selling children. Girls had little schooling, and married women had few rights.
5.8.2 Roman culture Ancient Rome had a rich culture, mainly enjoyed by the wealthy. They were inþuenced by the Greeks, especially in art. Rich Romans used Greek slaves to educate their children. The Romans loved Greek literature. Famous poets like Virgil and Horace wrote important works. Virgil’s Aeneid tells of Aeneas. Both Virgil and Horace were supported by noble patronage . Virtues Ancient Romans valued virtue . Boys learned to read, write and use Roman numerals, and studied rhetoric and great writers.
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