We chose to cover Ancient Rome because of its beautiful architecture and because it was one of the main inspirations of the Renaissance.
How do we and society tell stories of the past?
We can tell stories of the past by researching a historical topic and spreading that information to others, who may get interested and research even further. As long as it is not currently happening, and is in the past, you can tell one of your own stories.
Why is remembering the past important to societies and communities?
Remembering the past is important because people now can learn from the mistakes of those in the past without having to make them. It is also important because inventions of the past can help fuel innovators of now and the future.
What are the different ways communities and societies remember the past?
Some communities and societies tell stories, often to those younger than them, so that they and the time they were alive can be remembered. writing these stories down, or drawing them, is another way of making sure the tales are remembered.