who used the roman forum?

Answer 1

The Roman Forum was the center of public and government activity in ancient Rome. The word "forum" comes from the Latin word meaning "marketplace". Although merchants sold goods such as wines, vegetables, and grain at the forum, the main activity was politics. Here orators spoke to the public and the Senate met to discuss issues with the Emperor. Besides government duties, the public also had a place in the forum. They could look at treasures brought back from battles, watch a theater production, or observe boxing and gladiator duels. Although the forum contained merchant’s stands and government buildings, religious temples also had a very important place in the forum. Temples to such gods as Saturn, Concord, and Jove were used as treasuries and meeting places for the Senate. In all, the forum was used as a civil center.

Originally, the forum was used as a cemetery, when Rome was still just a lot of villages bundled together. Then, temples were built, giving it a grand appearance. Eventually, the courthouse, Basilica Porcia, was erected and others such as Basilica Julia followed. When Rome finally became the capital of the European Empire, the forum became the center of government. Due to the mass amount of citizens, the main forum, the Forum Romanum Magnum, became crowded. In 54 B.C., Julius Caesar began construction on a new, smaller forum that was to alleviate the crowding of the main forum. Other emperors followed his lead and new forums were created, all of which connected to the Forum Romanum Magnum.

The forums remind us of the power that the Roman empire once held and the beauty of their architecture. Once bustling centers of trade and government activity, they are now empty, a sign of the great Roman Empire.

Answer 2

The senators of Rome who ruled during the republic met in the forum. However there was not just one forum in Rome there were several. Without looking up the exact meaning in Latin it is a place to meet and discuss things.

Answer 3

Romans who wanted to have meetings/discussions,like forums on the net where you give your opinion.

Answer 4

Forum, meaning marketplace. The forum was a gathering place from which the populace could purchase there needs albeit foodstuffs to slaves. The forum was also a place to be heard, were you could seek out the members of the senate or consul with whom to voice you grievance.

Answer 5

Forums later called Romans. (sic)

Answer 6

The citizens of Roman including , politicians, businessmen, religious leaders-we think-prostitutes-but I'm not really sure. Google it.

Answer 7

the romans

Answer 8

I'll bite: the Romans.

Answer 9

I believe the Senate met there.

Answer 10

Egyptians....duh