Question

Which statement best describes slavery in ancient Rome?

Slavery was banned throughout ancient Rome.
About twenty-five percent of Rome’s population was enslaved.
Enslaved persons had the same status as Roman women.
Slavery existed in ancient Rome but was not widespread.

Answer 1

About twenty-five percent of Rome’s population was enslaved.

Slavery was widespread in ancient Rome — by some estimates 20–30% of the population in Italy/urban Rome were enslaved — and enslaved people had distinct legal status (though manumission could make some freedmen citizens).