chapter 9 Flashcards
1
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aeneas
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when greeks destroy troy
2
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romulus and remus
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in the story the boys lived exciting lives
3
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republic
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leaders to govern them
4
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dictators
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rules with almost absolute power
5
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cincinnatus
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who gained power in 458 BC
6
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plebeians
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or common people
7
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patricians
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nobles
8
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magistrates
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officales of the two
9
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consuls
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most powerful magistrates in rome were called consuls
10
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roman senate
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a council of wealthy, powerful romans that advised cities leader
11
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veto
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or prohibited
12
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latin
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romaines language
13
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checksc 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
