Rome Vocab Flashcards
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Senate
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A council or assembly of Rome’s men during the time of kings
2
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Rule of Decree
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Passing law and judgment without listening to others
3
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Lictors
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Roman body guards who protected the king and carried fasces
4
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Tyrant
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King or leaders who abuse their power to rule unfair
5
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Imperium
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In ancient Rome this gave kings the power to rule or govern
6
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Military tribune
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Men who organize military service
7
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Centurion
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A commander of a century
8
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Celeres
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A roman cavalry unit believed to have developed from Romulus’ bodyguards
9
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Century
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A unit of roman army between 60-80
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Eques
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A social class who recieved a horse from the roman state
11
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Pontif
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Looks after religious practices in Rome (Chosen by the senate)
12
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Flamen
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A priest that would make sure the king does his religious practices
