Ancient Rome Flashcards
What did a roman soldier used to protect itself
A javelin
A short sword
A dagger
A shield with legions design
What did a roman soldier wear
Helmet Body armour Belt showing position in army Woollen tunic Marching sandals with metal grips
What is an empire
Where one country controls several lands
What is a senate
The name given to the roman government
Who were the patricians
Rich roman
Who were the plebeian s
Poor roman
What was a legion
A group of soldiers within the army
What was an auxilia
A back up army
Where did the patricians live
Villas
What was a atrium
A hall open to the sky with pools fountains and flowers
What are mosaics
Pictures and designs made from tiny pieces of glass or tile
What was a villa
A large country house where patricians lived
Where did plebeians live
Insulaes
What was an Insulaes
Blocks of wooden flats
What is oratory
Public speaking