ancient Rome Flashcards
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Rebublic
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a type of government in which the citizens elect there leader
2
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patrician
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the wealthy ruling class of Rome
3
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plebeian
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the common people ordinary
4
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legion
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groups of Roman soldiers who worked together to combat forces and protect roman territories
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consul
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a person who acted as head of the goverment
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praetor
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These government workers acted as judges in ancient Rome and interpreted laws
7
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tribune
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government officials who represented the voices of the plebians
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triumvirate
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Three rulers who share power
9
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latifundia
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A large farming estate
10
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Pax romana
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A time of peace in rome
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empire
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A group of territories governed by one ruler
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Gladiator
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A fighters/soldier in ancient rome who fought in public arenas for entertainment
