Temples and sacrifice

Question 1

what was in the Cella (central room)

Answer 1

the cult statue

Question 2

where did sacrifices take place

Answer 2

outside at the altar

Question 3

why would people enter the building

Answer 3

to leave offerings (e.g. jewelry and flowers)

Question 4

how was the temple decorated

Answer 4

with columns and sculptures on the outside

Question 5

why did people make sacrifices

Answer 5

to please the Gods, in exchange for good fortune or to pay for mistakes

Question 6

what are the 5 stages of a sacrifice

Answer 6

1. A Roman would agree a time with the priest.
2. the Roman would then select the finest animal from the market, the animal was then decorated.
3. there would be a parade through the streets.
4. The Preist would wash his hands and say a prayer as the animals head was sprinkled with wine.
5. The Popa would knock the animal out, then the Cultraririus would cut the animal’s throat with a knife.

the animal would then be gutted whilst a flute plays, the innards are then burnt and the meat cooked and given to the crowd.

Question 7

Three reasons people made sacrifices

Answer 7

1. They wanted good fortune
2. They where afraid of the Gods
3. They wanted safe travel or something from the God