Question

Religious ritual was very important to the pagan Romans. What were the two types
of religious festivals?
a) public festivals paid for by the state and private festivals celebrated by
individuals and families
Ob) Spring festivals that celebrated springtime and rituals in the Fall that were
believed to guarantee a good harvest
c) festivals that celebrated Roman war victories and festivals that celebrated
Roman peace and order
d) None of the above

Answer 1

Answer:

D

Explanation:

Lupercalia and Saturnalia were two major holidays in Rome. Lupercalia was a holiday that was filled with animal sacrifice and random coupling in hopes of warding off evil spirits and fertility. Saturnalia was quite the opposite, a holiday for gambling, singing, dancing, feasting, and giving gifts. It was a bit like Christmas, in a way.