Ch4 Flashcards
the father in the Roman family; exercised sole authority in the family
Pater
one of Italy’s earliest civilizations
Estruscans
a number of clans united by common beliefs and living in a particular region
Tribe
the “common” class in Rome made up of farmers, traders, and craftsmen
Plebeians
a small bundle of rods which enclosed an axe; symbol of the imperium
Fasces
annually elected leaders of the Roman Republic who held the imperium
Consuls
Founders of Rome
Romulus and Remus
a number of families from a common ancestor
Clan
the aristocratic class in Rome made up of wealthy landowners and noble families
Patricians
the king’s authority in Rome
Imperium
form of government in which voting citizens exercise power through elected officials under law
Republic
a resolution of the Council of Plebeians
Plebiscite
An ancient title given to the commander of a victorious army
Imperator
Proclaimed himself dictator for life
Julius Caesar
Conspirators assassinated Julius Caesar
Ides of March
