Greek and Roman cultures share a number of similarities because of
the Romans conquering many of the territories previously occupied by the
Greeks. However, they also have a variety of difference setting them
apart from one another. These similarities and differences extend into
their works of art, early forms of governing, education, heroism of
military leaders, philosophical and religious beliefs, social
structures, and even their literary works, as well as, geographical
terrain, economics and trade practices, warfare, imperial expansion, and
architecture/monument achievements. When you are conducting your
research, there may be instances where early Greek and Roman culture
were more alike while later Greek and Roman cultures greatly differed.
Please note if a particular aspects being compared was in the early or
late stages of the cultures development.
Part 1
Using
the provided Word Document to compare (find similar) and contrast (find
different) distinguishing elements or features of the Greek and Roman
cultures. For each line on the table, indicate whether you are listing a
similarity or a difference. If desired, include illustrative and
significant examples of the various features similar and different about
each culture. Please fill in all 10 lines within the table. Each row
will expand as you type in your information.
Part 2
In the
same Word document, answer the following questions in 2–3 sentences
each: How did the Cycladic, Minoan, and Mycenaean cultures contribute to
Greeks’ sense of themselves? What is a polis, and how did polies shape
Greek culture? What was imperial Rome? What values were retained from
the Etruscans and Roman republic roots?
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