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Panegyricus Fact-Matching Game

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The Panegyricus game is an exciting and engaging way to explore the topic of panegyric speeches in ancient Greece. In this game, players will piece together important information fragments and use spells for hints and extra time to uncover the mysteries of the past.

  • Experience the thrill of solving puzzles and uncovering hidden secrets.
  • Learn about the art of panegyric speeches and their significance in ancient Greek society.
  • Challenge your skills and test your knowledge in this fact-matching game.

Game Details: a fact-matching game where you piece together important information fragments. Use spells for hints and extra time!

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  • The Panegyricus is a speech written by Pliny the Younger in praise of Emperor Trajan.
  • It was delivered in 100 AD during Trajan's visit to the city of Rome.
  • Pliny the Younger was a Roman senator and writer known for his letters and speeches.
  • The Panegyricus is one of the earliest surviving examples of a Roman panegyric, a type of speech praising a public figure.
  • The speech was delivered in the Roman Senate and was likely attended by Trajan himself.
  • Pliny the Younger was a close friend and supporter of Trajan, which may have influenced the tone of the speech.
  • The Panegyricus emphasizes Trajan's military achievements and virtues as a ruler.
  • Pliny praises Trajan for his clemency, justice, and generosity towards his subjects.
  • The speech also emphasizes Trajan's humility and willingness to listen to advice from his advisors.
  • Pliny compares Trajan to famous Roman emperors such as Augustus and Vespasian.
  • The Panegyricus was likely intended to curry favor with Trajan and secure Pliny's own political advancement.
  • The speech is written in a highly rhetorical style typical of Roman oratory.
  • Pliny uses elaborate language and imagery to praise Trajan's virtues and achievements.
  • The Panegyricus is considered one of Pliny's most important works and a key source for understanding Trajan's reign.
  • The speech reflects the political culture of the Roman Empire and the importance of public praise and flattery.
  • Pliny's praise of Trajan in the Panegyricus may have been exaggerated for rhetorical effect.
  • The Panegyricus was likely circulated widely in Rome and throughout the Empire after its delivery.
  • Pliny the Younger's letters provide further insights into his relationship with Trajan and his admiration for the emperor.
  • The Panegyricus has been studied by scholars for its insights into Roman politics, rhetoric, and the relationship between emperors and their subjects.
  • Pliny the Younger's writings, including the Panegyricus, have been influential in shaping modern perceptions of the Roman Empire and its rulers.

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