SS Chapter 10 test Flashcards
1
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a Trojan hero; founded Italy; the Aenid was written by the poet Vigil
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Aeneas
2
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twin brothers; founded Rome
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Romulus and Remus
3
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people elect leaders to govern them
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republic
4
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rulers with almost absolute power
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dictators
5
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one of Romes famous dictators; promptly retired
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Cinncinatus
6
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common people
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plebians
7
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wealthy nobles; can be elected into office
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patricians
8
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elected official in the Roman Republic
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magistrates
9
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2 most powerful magistrates
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consuls
10
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council of wealthy and powerful Romans that advise city leaders
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Roman Senate
11
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prohibit; forbid
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veto
12
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Roman Language
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Latin
13
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methods to balance power
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checks and balances
14
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Romes public meeting place
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Forum
15
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groups of up to 6000 soldiers
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legions
