Roman aristocrats lived in luxury, often having country villas and city homes, and they were known for their extravagant lifestyles, including hosting lavish parties and engaging in various forms of entertainment.

The aristocrats in Rome became increasingly dissatisfied as power became concentrated in a smaller subset of their class, leading to feelings of exclusion.

The wealthy Romans had the leisure time to engage in literacy and statecraft, believing this made them the best suited to lead the Republic, despite their reluctance to educate the lower classes.

In early Roman society, only property owners could serve in the legions, reflecting the belief that those who fought for Rome should have a vested interest in its defense.

In ancient Rome, wealthy citizens often lived on the ground floor of buildings to escape fires, contrary to modern expectations where the wealthy occupy penthouses.

The Roman populace often did not encounter the government directly; their lives were primarily influenced by local elites who managed tax collection and community affairs.

Economic inequality in the late Roman Republic led to social stress, as small landholders were pushed out by wealthy elites, affecting military recruitment and societal stability.

Roman slavery was not based on race but was an economic status, with many slaves being skilled workers, and the experience of slavery varied widely.

The rise of major urban centers in Rome led to a society where people often bounced around from patron to patron to make a living.