Ch 6 Vocab Flashcards
in Ancient Rome, a member of wealthy, privileged class
Patrician
Ancient Rome, one of the most common farmers, artisans, and merchants who made up most of the population
Plebeian
in ancient Rome an official elected by the plebeians to protect their rights
Tribune
in the Roman republic, one of the two powerful officials elected each year to command the army and direct the government
Consul
in Ancient Rome, the supreme governing body, originally made up only of aristocrats
Senate
in Ancient Rome, a political leader given absolute power to make laws and command the army for a limited time
Dictator
a military unit of the ancient Roman army, made up of about 5000 foot soldiers and a group of soldiers on horseback
Legion
a series of three wars between Rome and Carthage; resulted in the destruction of Carthage and Rome’s dominance over the western Mediterranean
Punic wars
a brilliant military strategist
Hannibal
a conflict between 2 political groups within the and country
Civil wars
A military leader
Julius Caesar
in Ancient Rome, a group of three leaders sharing control of the government
Triumvirate
The name Octavian changed his name to be to be emperor
Augustus
a period of peace and prosperity throughout the Roman Empire, lasting from 27 BC to AD 180
Pax Romana
a decline in the value of money, accompanied by a rise in the prices of goods and services
Inflation
