Greece
People

People

Roman society was divided into different levels of social status -- from the emperor to slaves. Romans weren't necessarily limited to the social status of their birth. For example, slaves could buy or be rewarded with their freedom.

Let's look at a few of the people you might meet if you traveled back in time to ancient Rome...
Rulers
Senators
Soldiers
Craftsmen and Merchants
Slaves
ODYSSEY HOME NEAR EAST Egypt GREECE ROME

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