The Legacy of. Ancient Rome. Evaluate the extent to which Rome s contributions. Identify major contributions of Rome and explain

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1 What We Need to Know: Identify major contributions of Rome and explain their influence on modern society Evaluate the extent to which Rome s contributions influence society today The Legacy of Ancient Rome

2 Greeks. O Greco-Roman is a term referring to the influence of the Greeks and the Romans. O Romans adopted art techniques from other cultures O For example, Roman sculptors were particularly good at making life-like busts and statues. O Roman art was largely influenced by the The Legacy of Roman Art

The Roman statue on the left is the emperor Augustus, the American

3 American artists often adopted a Roman style to add nobility to sculptures and paintings of heroes. The Roman statue on the left is the emperor Augustus, the American statue on the right is the first president of the U.S.-George Washington. How are these statues alike?

4 Bust-making and Sculptures Frescos Scenes painted on the moist plaster of walls or ceilings with water-based paints Mosaics A picture made up of small pieces of tile, glass, or colored stone Other Art Styles in the Roman World

5 the Renaissance period (1300s-1600s). O Michelangelo revived the Greco-Roman style in many of his painting and sculptures. O Under the patronage of Pope Julius II, Michelangelo painted a famous fresco in The Sistine Chapel that depicts scenes from the bible. O During the early years of the United States, Roman-style statues were created throughout Washington,D.C. O Ancient Roman influence emerged during Roman-Influenced Art in Modern Times

6 Michelangelo s fresco in the Sistine Chapel

7 homes with colorful murals and mosaics. O Wealthy Roman families decorated their O Patrons: citizens who sponsor the arts. Financing the Arts

8 engineering ideas of the Greeks and other cultures but would improve on these in ways that future architects and engineers would imitate. O The Romans borrowed the architectural and Legacy of Roman Architecture and Engineering

curved symmetrical structure spanning an opening and typically supporting the weight of a bridge, roof, or wall above it An arch used for a ceiling or to support a ceiling or roof A vault

9 curved symmetrical structure spanning an opening and typically supporting the weight of a bridge, roof, or wall above it An arch used for a ceiling or to support a ceiling or roof A vault in the shape of a half-circle that rests on a circular wall. 1) The Arch 2) The Vault 3) The Dome features to build large structures. O The Romans often used three architectural Architecture

10 widespread use of concrete O The Romans used concrete to help them build bigger arches. O Concrete is made by mixing broken stone with sand, cement, and water and allowing the mixture to harden. O The Romans were the first to make Concrete

11 that is famous for its dome. O It was built as a temple to honor all of the gods of Ancient Rome. O The Pantheon, is an example of Roman architecture The Pantheon

12 seat thousands of spectators. O Concrete was used to build tunnels into the stadium to make it easy for spectators to reach their seats. O The Colosseum, where gladiators fought for the entertainment of spectators, is an example of the Roman s use of the arch O The Romans invented a new type of stadium that could The Colosseum

13 OSU Football Stadium: The Horseshoe Paris France: L Arc De Triomphe Examples of Romaninfluenced architecture

14 Discuss w/ your partner: What features of Roman architecture can you identify in the U.S. Capitol building? What feature of Greek architecture can you identify? The U.S. Capitol Building

15 roads, bridges, and aqueducts in Antiquity! O The Romans were the greatest builders of Engineering

They build their roads using layers of stone, sand, and gravel O Romans

16 The Appian Way: Originally built to transport troops 2,000 years. O They built more than 50,000 miles of road throughout the Roman Empire O They build their roads using layers of stone, sand, and gravel O Romans set the standard for road building for more than All Roads Lead to Rome Roman Roads

over a long distance O Systems of aqueducts

citizens, public baths and fountains O The

be seen throughout Europe, North Africa, and

17 over a long distance O Systems of aqueducts brought water from over 60 miles away into the city. O Aqueducts supplied water to Rome s wealthy citizens, public baths and fountains O The ruins of these ancient aqueducts can still be seen throughout Europe, North Africa, and Southwest Asia. O Aqueduct: a pipe or raised channel built to carry water Aqueducts

18 O Latin roots O Latin Prefixes O The English language borrows heavily from Latin. O 23 Latin Letters.we use 26 letters Latin. O We still use the Latin alphabet O Many modern European languages developed from Latin. O Latin remains influential throughout the world today. O The official language of the Roman Empire was Legacy of Roman Language and Writing

19 Latin Prefixes

20 Latin Roots

21 seventh month (The Roman year started in March, so September was the 7th month) O October means the eighth month O September comes from Latin meaning the O August honors Caesar Augustus calendar adopted by Julius Caesar. O The calendar we use comes from the Legacy of Roman Language and Writing

22 meant to express something wise or true O The United States motto was adopted from a Latin proverb meaning, Out Out of many, one. one O Proverb: a popular saying Latin Proverbs

23 are used on clocks, sundials, and pages of books. O Roman numerals Roman Numerals

24 O Duty and welfare of community over personal comfort O Must possess virtues of self-control and courage O Must have good character O living rightly living in a way that agreed with nature nature of reality O The Romans adopted a Greek school of thought called Stoicism. O Stoicism: the philosophy that a divine (godly) intelligence ruled all of nature. O Stoics believed: O Philosophy: the study of wisdom, knowledge, and the The Legacy of Roman Philosophy

25 O Natural law every person was guaranteed rights O Universal Law of justice that came from nature are based on ancient Roman Laws O The idea of Justice O Many modern legal codes in European countries O Marriages, inheritances, and contracts O Roman Law covered Legacy of Law and Justice

26 Roman s idea of natural rights and natural law. O Many people believe in the concept of Natural Rights (rights that cannot be taken away) O Modern day judges make decisions on the ideas of justice O The Declaration of Independence borrows from the Influence of Roman Law and Justice

27 outlined in the Constitution and Bill of Rights O The rights and responsibilities of citizenship are O are immigrants who are granted citizenship O born in America or the city-state Rome. As the empire grew citizenship was granted to the expanding territories. O All citizens of the empire were protected under Roman Law, enjoyed the same rights, and were loyal to the emperor O In the United States, citizens are: O Initially, to be Roman meant to be a citizen of The Legacy of Citizenship

2. They re interactive. Mosaics are designed to be seen from different angles and to change as your perspective moves.

2. They re interactive. Mosaics are designed to be seen from different angles and to change as your perspective moves. 1. Roman mosaics were meant to be walked on. Paintings covered the interior walls of Roman villas, but weren t practical for decorating floors. Enter mosaics: a durable and lavish way to spruce up a room