Chapter 6 Section 1

Question 1

Patrician

Answer 1

In Ancient Rome, a member of the wealthy, privileged upper class.

Question 2

Plebeian

Answer 2

An Ancient Rome, one of the common farmers, artisans, and merchants who made up most of the population

Question 3

Tribune

Answer 3

In ancient Rome, an official elected by the plebeians to protect their rights.

Question 4

Consul

Answer 4

In the Roman republic, one of the two powerful officials elected each year to command the army and direct the government.

Question 5

Senate

Answer 5

In Ancient Rome, the supreme governing body, originally made up only of aristocrats.

Question 6

Dictator

Answer 6

In Ancient Rome, a political leader given absolute power to make laws and command the army for a limited time.

Question 7

Legion

Answer 7

A military unit of ancient Roman army, made up of about 5,000 foot soldiers and a group of soldiers on horseback.

Question 8

Punic Wars

Answer 8

A series of three wars between Rome and Carthage (264-146 B.C.); resulted in the destruction of Carthage and Rome dominance over the western Mediterranean.

Question 9

Hannibal

Answer 9

A Carthaginian general who lived from 247-183 B.C. and wanted to avenge Carthage’s defeat by Rome, when Roman agents came to find him, Hannibal committed suicide so that he wouldn’t have to submit to Rome.

Question 10

Republic

Answer 10

A form of government in which power is in the hands of representatives and leaders elected by the citizens who have the right to vote