Question

The ancient romans stored and displayed portrait busts of deceased family members in their homes as a form of ancestor veneration, and as a way to glorify their _____________.

Answer 1

The ancient : romans stored and displayed portrait busts of deceased family members in their homes as a form of ancestor veneration, and as a way to glorify their: Family lineage
In roman tradition, a long and sustainable family lineage will give your family a boost in status because it indicates that your family has been the backbone of roman society up until now.