Rome Vocab (2024) Flashcards
Memerization
Arch
A curved structure used as a support over an open space,as in a doorway
Aqueduct
A structure for carrying channels of water from a higher place to a city located in a lower place
Circus
A large oval shape track where romans held chariot races
Colosseum
A huge oval-shaped amphitheater used by Romans for gladiator flights
Forum
The town center of Roman towns where government buildings were located and where people gathered to listen to speeches
Gladiators
Gladiators were men and some women who fought other gladiators or animals in the colosseum for pleasure of the spectators. Most gladiators were slaves, criminals , or captives of war, although some were paid performers.
Patricians
Upper class Romans
Plebeians
The common people of Ancient Rome
Republic
A nation that is governed by an assembly of citizens rather than by a king. Rome was a republic during part of its history.
Senate
In ancient Rome, an assembly of elders who made laws. Roman senate was elected by citizens of free birth