Ancient Test Flashcards
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Define Tribune
Government officials who represented the voices of the plebeians
Tribunes had the power to veto legislation.
What is a Legion?
Groups of Roman soldiers who worked together to combat forces and protect Roman territories
A legion typically consisted of 4,000 to 6,000 soldiers.
Define Triumvirate
Three rulers who share power
The First Triumvirate included Julius Caesar, Pompey, and Crassus.
What is an Empire?
A group of territories governed by one ruler
The Roman Empire was one of the largest empires in history.
Define Plebeian
The ‘common’ ordinary people
Plebeians were the majority of the population in ancient Rome.
What is Latifundia?
A large farming estate
Latifundia were often worked by slaves.
Define Patrician
The wealthy ruling class of Rome
Patricians held most of the political power in the early Republic.
What is a Praetor?
Government workers who acted as judges in ancient Rome and interpreted the laws
Praetors could also govern provinces.
Who founded the city of Rome?
Romulus
Romulus is a legendary figure in Roman mythology.
Possession of what island caused the Punic Wars?
Sicily
Control over Sicily was a major point of conflict between Rome and Carthage.
Who took over Rome and declared himself dictator for life?
Julius Caesar
His assassination was a pivotal moment in Roman history.
What geographic feature was most important for Roman travel and trade?
Mediterranean Sea
The Med sea facilitated trade routes and military movements.
Which Roman scientist studied the stars and planets?
Ptolemy
Ptolemy’s geocentric model was influential for centuries.
How many men made up the Senate?
300
The Senate was a key political institution in the Roman Republic.
To which group did the men of the Senate belong?
Patrician
Senators were primarily from the patrician class.
What was the job of the Senate?
Proposed laws and analyzed foreign policies
The Senate played a crucial role in governance.
Who had the right to vote in Rome?
Men
Voting rights were generally limited to male citizens.
How many consuls did the Republic usually have?
Two
Consuls were elected to serve for one year.
Who won the Punic Wars?
Rome
The victory established Rome as a dominant power in the Mediterranean.
Who introduced reform to Rome that made him popular?
Julius Caesar
His reforms addressed issues such as debt relief and land distribution.
Who was a person that acted as the head of the government in Rome?
Consul
Consuls held executive power in the Republic.
Who made up the First Triumvirate?
Julius Caesar, Pompey, Crassus
This alliance was formed to consolidate power among the three leaders.
What was the time of peace in Rome?
Pax Romana
Pax Romana lasted approximately 200 years.
What was it called when the patricians fed and entertained the plebeians to keep them happy?
Bread and Circuses
This strategy was used to distract and placate the lower classes.
