Objective

By the end of this lesson, the student will be able to understand the key aspects of Ancient Rome, including its government, daily life, and contributions to modern society.

Materials and Prep

Materials: Paper, pencil, internet access for research

Prep: None

Activities

1. Research: Have the student research and write down three interesting facts about Ancient Rome.

2. Map Exploration: Ask the student to locate and draw the Roman Empire on a world map.

3. Daily Life Comparison: Have the student compare and contrast the daily life of a Roman citizen with their own daily life.

Seventh Grade Talking Points

• Ancient Rome was a powerful civilization that existed over 2,000 years ago. It had a big impact on our world today. You can say, "Ancient Rome was a powerful civilization that existed over 2,000 years ago. It had a big impact on our world today."
• The Romans were known for their advanced system of government and engineering. You can say, "The Romans were known for their advanced system of government and engineering."
• Ancient Romans enjoyed various forms of entertainment, such as gladiator fights and chariot races. You can say, "Ancient Romans enjoyed various forms of entertainment, such as gladiator fights and chariot races."
• Rome's influence on architecture, law, and language can still be seen in our modern society. You can say, "Rome's influence on architecture, law, and language can still be seen in our modern society."