(Originais Teachy 2024) - Question Easy of History

The Roman civilization, with its rich cultural and institutional heritage, exerted a lasting influence on many aspects of Western society. Its legal system, for example, continues to be the basis of many contemporary legal systems. Latin, the language of the ancient Romans, is the root of several modern languages. However, it is necessary to understand the historical context in which these contributions emerged to fully appreciate their impact on the current world. Consider the following excerpt from a Roman historian: 'Justice is the virtue that underpins society. Without it, there is no State that can resist, nor is it possible for nations to flourish in peace and harmony.' - Cicero, Roman orator and writer. Based on the context provided by the excerpt and your knowledge: 1) Explain the importance of the Roman legal system for the development of later societies. 2) Discuss how the Latin language, through its evolution and influence, shaped the languages spoken today and exemplify with a specific case of impact on Portuguese, if possible.