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Daily Life in Rome: Housing - Cause and Consequence

History
Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
7 questions
~14 mins
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This worksheet explores how housing in Ancient Rome was affected by various causes and what consequences these had on Roman society. Students will analyze sources and compare different aspects of Roman housing.

Topics covered:

#History
#History
#Daily Life in Rome
#Standard
#Cause and Consequence
#Housing
#Explain the causes that influenced Roman housing.
#Compare different types of Roman homes and their features.
#Analyse the consequences of housing conditions on Roman social life.
#Outline the relationship between wealth and housing in Rome.

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Daily Life in Rome: Housing - Cause and Consequence

Subject: HistoryGrade: Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
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Grade Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
A

Causes of Housing Styles in Ancient Rome

Source A: Excerpt from a Roman historian

'The wealth of the Roman elite led to the construction of grand villas, while the average citizen lived in modest insulae. The availability of building materials, such as stone and concrete, also shaped the variety of housing.' Provenance: Excerpt from Livy's historical writings, 1st century AD.

1.
Explain two main causes that influenced the different types of housing in Ancient Rome. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Compare the housing of wealthy Romans with that of poorer Romans based on the source and your own knowledge. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
B

Consequences of Housing Conditions in Rome

Source B: Modern historian's analysis

'The crowded and sometimes unsafe insulae increased the risk of fire and disease among the urban poor, impacting their health and safety.' Provenance: Modern historical analysis by Dr. Julia Roberts, 21st century.

1.
Outline two consequences of the housing conditions for ordinary Romans living in insulae. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Analyse how the social class affected the quality of housing in Rome and the possible impact on people's lives. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
3.
Compare the consequences of housing conditions on the health of wealthy and poor Romans. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
C

Relationship Between Wealth and Housing

Source C: Artistic depiction of Roman villas and insulae

'The grandeur of a villa contrasted sharply with the cramped insulae, illustrating the social divide.' Provenance: Ancient Roman artwork, 2nd century AD.

1.
Explain how the type of housing reflects social status in Rome. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Compare the impact of housing on social identity for the rich and the poor in Rome. (6 marks)
[6 marks]

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