Ara Pacis

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  • Created on: 24-02-14 21:45

1. Why were the stories of the founding of Rome including Romulus and Remus and Roman Kings included?

  • Show Augustus had restored the republic
  • To show how Rome was being reborn
  • Augustus claimed he was a descendant from Romulus and Remus
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2. What female can be seen on one the panels and what is she holding?

  • Roma- the female symbol of Rome- is holding a cornucopia and sitting on military equipment to show peace
  • Mother earth is holding a young child to show how Augustus nurtured the plebians of Rome
  • Eirene- God of peace- is holding Ploutos- God of wealth to show the relationship between peace and prosperity

3. What is the translation of 'Ara Pacis'?

  • Altar of Peace
  • Augustus's Altar
  • Temple of Augustus

4. What was depicted at the bottom of the Ara Pacis?

  • Blooming flowers and crops
  • Fallen Gallic Troops
  • Parthians returning the lost eagles

5. What procession of people is not seen on the frieze?

  • The Roman Army
  • Men, women and children seen in formal togas
  • The Julian-Claudian family with respectfully bowed heads
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