Discuss the details of the domestic life as seen through the remnants of Pompeii
What will be an ideal response?
Essay responses should include these points:
· Pompeii reveals the domestic life of its residents with interior decoration and mosaic tiles.
· Portraits of wealthy citizens highlight the emphasis the Romans put on education and status.
· The illusion of columns and marble covering the walls show the concern with wealth and whimsy.
· Leisure and a connection with nature can be seen in the garden and peristyle remnants.
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