1. What major themes does Augustus address in his account of his career?

2. How does Augustus portray himself in this document of "Augustus, Res Gestae"?

3. What metaphors and symbols does Ovid use to describe finding a lover and falling in love?

4. What does this poem indicate about leisure activities in the Rome of Ovid's day?

5. What do the elements depicted here most likely symbolize?

6. The Ara Pacis and the Res Gestae were both works of public art designed to commemorate the deeds of Augustus. Why might the Senate and Augustus have commissioned such works? Can you think of contemporary parallels?

7. What aspect of the eruption does Pliny describes?

8. What Roman ideals does Pliny portray his uncle as exemplifying through his conduct during the eruption?

9. What abilities does Quintilian seek to create in the perfect orator? What are his reasons?

10. What sorts of positions were there in the Roman Empire for men who had acquired skills in public speaking?