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eBook
Forum Romanum

Outlines of Roman History: Institutions of Early Rome: The Early Roman Society

For Students 9th - 10th
The importance of family in Roman culture was apparent from the beginning of Rome. This article explains the structure of Roman society from the basic family unit to the tribe, a coalition of many families.
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eBook
Forum Romanum

Outlines of Roman History: The Private Life of the Romans

For Students 9th - 10th
The complete text of the book published in 1932 giving valuable details on the family life of Romans, the role of children and women, dress codes, water supplies, and much more.
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Handout
Able Media

Classics Technology Center: Roman Weddings

For Students 9th - 10th
The Classics Technology Center offers an introduction to the different types of Roman weddings.
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Handout
University of Virginia

University of Virginia: The Roman Family

For Students 9th - 10th
Basic information in outline form from the University of Virginia on the Roman family, including marriage, childbirth, and family life.
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Handout
Able Media

Ctc: Roman Weddings, Preparing for a Wedding

For Students 9th - 10th
A discussion of the preparations that went into a Roman wedding. Discusses factors in choosing a spouse, when the wedding would take place, the arrangements, and more.
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Handout
Able Media

Able Media: Ideal Marriage

For Students 9th - 10th
This site is provided for by AbleMedia. A description of the Roman concept of the ideal marriage. Includes links to related topics.
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Handout
Able Media

Able Media: Roman Weddings the Wedding Ceremony

For Students 9th - 10th
AbleMedia offers a good description of the actual wedding ceremony itself. Links to related topics are included.