Digging Deeper This Unit on the Ancient Roman Empire is extensive and awe-inspiring, much like the Empire itself in its prime. Take this opportunity to select one element from this Unit to investigate closer. Dig deeper into the history of a specific piece of art or architecture. Have an interest in mythology? Use the sculpture as a medium to explore the mythological stories that fueled the civilization. Curious about the gladiator games? Evaluate the Colosseum, and observe the stories that form the history.