Roman Food and Diet Reading Questions Worksheet

In this activity, students will explore the significant contrasts between the diets of the wealthy and the common people in ancient Rome, learning how grains, legumes, and exotic spices shaped daily meals across social classes. They’ll also discover how banquets and feasts played a role in showcasing status, honoring the gods, and reflecting the vast cultural exchanges within the Roman Empire.

It has 18 questions for students to answer, as well as a paragraph response section for them to demonstrate their understanding of the topic.