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1.1 Introduction
Rome was the capital of the worlds greatest empire, encompassing the entire Mediterranean world and 50 million people.
Nero
Or, Caligula?
Brutus
Nero
Roman Mural
Roman Fresco
Roman Mosaics
Roman Cameos
Roman Architecture
Roman Bridges
Roman Aqueduct
Latin Roots
Latin Prefixes
Latin Prefix In, im, il Inter Com, co Pre Post Re Semi Sub Meaning Not among, between Together, with Before After, behind Back, again Half Under, less than English Words Inactive, impossible International Communicate Precede Postpone Remember semicircle submarine
trans
Across, through
transportation
1.6 What Was the Legacy of Roman Philosophy, Law, and Citizenship?
What Was Stoicism? A Greek philosophy popular in Rome. Living rightly meant living in a way that agreed with nature. Stoics believed you should have good character, self control and courage. They were known for bearing pain/suffering bravely.