Roman Civilization Flashcards
1
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patricians
A
great landowners, ruling class
2
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plebeians
A
less wealthy landholders, craftspeople, merchants, and small farmers
3
Q
republic
A
form of gov. in which the leader is not a monarch and certain citizens have the right to vote
4
Q
Roman Law
A
Twelve Tables –> Law of Nations (more complicated)
5
Q
Constantine
A
became Christian and made Christianity the religion for the Holy Roman Empire