Republic Of Room Part One Flashcards
Consuls
Two men who replaced the king who held executive power. One year terms each
Republic
A government where people elect representatives
Senate
The aristocratic legislative branch. Ex magistrates. Wealthy patitions for life or removed by counsel
Praetor
Roman judge. Judicial branch
Quaestor
Financial officer. Treasure of the city
Aedile
The office of public relations of room and Mayor
Pontifex Maximus
A highest priest. Director of religious ceremonies
Patricians.
Wealthy aristocracy. At one time related to monarchy in Rome. Connected to Senate
Plebians
Common people. Eventually a middle-class will arise from this. Connected to assemblies
Patroni
Look after new comers to the city.
Clientes
Poor people. Ex slaves , or newcomers to the city. Helped by Patroni
Trubuni plebis
Leader of people’s assembly.
Peoples assembly
A group of common people who was officially recognized and could veto or pass pass any law.
Lex hortensia
A lot past and 287 BC that recognizes people’s assembly and right to assemble in forum.
Carthage
Greatest Enemy of Rome. They are Phoenician.