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What can be confusing about the significance of Colosseum today?

Colosseum functions today as a rather positive symbol of Graeco-Roman civilisation, which is commonly interpreted as the backbone of Western European civilisation. However, the building, as it is also wid...

Answered by Pawel B. Classical Civilisation tutor
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Why is Odysseus a feminine hero?

Odysseus is a feminine hero due to the way he uses duplicity, lies and disguise rather than brute force in order to return home to Ithaca (also known as a 'nostos' - a journey with the goal returning home...

Answered by Elisabeth T. Classical Civilisation tutor
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To what extent does the Ara Pacis Augustae convey similar messages to those of the Prima Porta statue of Augustus?


Both can be viewed as propaganda devices of augustus portraying:

  • Religious aspects - Augustus portrays himself both as a god-fearing man, but also with divine right.
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Answered by Anna G. Classical Civilisation tutor
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Why were the Romans so successful at Naval Combat in the First Punic War?

Naval combat was never a huge part of the Roman war machine but there success with it serves to perfectly illustrate the main strength of the Roman Army, Innovation. Rome didnt have a standing navy until ...

Answered by Michael M. Classical Civilisation tutor
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How do I approach a question which asks me to write about visual sources? (Pictures, floorplans, maps etc.)

My most important piece of advice is not to be afraid of describing what you see. Refer to particular features which seem distinctive and relevant to the question even if they seem obvious. This will show...

Answered by Lydia A. Classical Civilisation tutor
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