5.1 Vocb Flashcards
system of government in which officials are chosen by the people
Republic
people who inhabited early Italy
Estruscans
in ancient Rome, member of the landholding upper class
Patrician
in ancient Rome, official from the patrician class who supervised the government and commanded the armies
Consuls
ruler who has complete control over a government; in ancient Rome, a leader appointed to rule for six months in times of emergency
Dictator
in ancient Rome, member of the lower class, including farmers, merchants, artisans, and traders
Plebeians
in ancient Rome, official who was elected by the plebeians to protect their interests
Tribunes
block a government action
Veto
basic unit of the ancient Roman army, made up of about 5,000 soldiers
Legion