1. DBQ Sample Thesis

2. Doc 7 Seneca is an upper-class Roman whose attitude reflects the Roman belief that although innovation comes from those with a sharp mind, this does not signify inventors being great people. Doc 8 Frontious reveals the belief that Romans are a superior people because Their innovations (aqueducts) have revolutionized city life and made Rome far more advanced than previous civilizations.

3. Based on the documents, What do you believe are Roman attitudes towards Technology? What do you believe are Han attitudes towards Technology?

4. Given the attitudes for each empire, what could be a relevant Argument that would be supported by your docs? Groupings 2, 3, 4, 6, 8 benefits of access to technology 1,2, 8 governments responsibility 5, 7 both comment on Roman disgust with those utilize technology 4, 6, 8 revel in the achievments of technology

5. Sample thesis: Although the Han and Roman civilizations experienced growth and success through technology, their respective attitudes Toward technology varied. (possible thesis) Whereas the Han Empire Seemed more concerned with how technology could aid their citizens the Romans seemed to frown upon those who utilized technology while reveling in the technological achievements of their civilization. Both civilizations show these attitudes towards technology through technological accessibility to citizens, the extent to which the government should use technology to improve subjects lives and whom in each society should receive praise for these advancements.