Central to Roman identity was a conservatism expressed in an unwritten code of:
A) mos maiorum.
B) ius divinum.
C) mos pietatatis
D) ius naturale.
E) patria potestas.

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The unwritten code that was central to Roman identity was known as mos maiorum, which translates to "the way of the ancestors." It emphasized tradition, continuity, and the importance of following the examples of past generations in matters such as family relations, religion, and politics. Ius divinum refers to the concept of divine law, mos pietatis is not a known term, ius naturale refers to natural law, and patria potestas refers to the Roman father's authority over his family.

Central to Roman Identity Was a Conservatism Expressed in an Unwritten