The Saturnalia: Private Feasting Flashcards
1
Q
What did the private feasting provide ?
A
Another unique experience
2
Q
What did the festival promote ?
A
Equality meaning that slaves and masters were equal for its duration
3
Q
How would masters support the idea of equality ?
A
Removing their Togas and would all wear party dress
4
Q
What else would men wear and why ?
A
A small felt cap called a pileup as a symbol of freedom
5
Q
What was another feature of the Saturnalia ?
A
Gift giving
Much like our Christmas presents Romans would give Kimberly’s and varied gifts to each other
