chapter 10 Flashcards
1
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Aeneas
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a great trojan hero.
2
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Romulus and Remus
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legend twin brothers who were founders of Rome.
3
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republic
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people that elect leaders to govern them.
4
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dictators
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rulers with almost absolute power.
5
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Cincinnatus
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One of Rome’s famous dictators.
6
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plebeians
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or common people.
7
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patricians
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powerful nobles.
8
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magistrates
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elected officials.
9
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consuls
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the two most powerful magistrates in Rome.
10
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Roman Senate
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a council of wealthy and powerful Romans that advised the cities leaders.
11
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veto
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or prohibit.
12
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Latin
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the Romans language.
13
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checks and balances
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methods to balance power.
14
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Forum
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Rome’s public meeting place.
15
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legions
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groups of up to 6,000 soldiers.
