OCR GCSE Classical Civilisation · J199
Paper 2, Paper 4
Revise: Analysing the Appearance and Purpose of Material RemainsMaterial remains were created to do something: commemorate a death, decorate a temple, hold a drink, furnish a home or accommodate religious officials. Their purpose helps explain their appearance. A grave monument might emphasise affection and respectability; a temple frieze might present an impressive religious procession or dramatic mythical conflict.
- Revise: Identification and Purpose of Roman Material Remains
Surviving physical evidence from the past, including buildings, objects, decoration and writing.