Ancient Rome Flashcards
(33 cards)
Republic
a state supreme power is held by the people and their elected representatives
Myth
A traditional story especially one concerning the early history of a people or explaining some natural or social phenomenon and typically involving supernatural beings or events
Hierarchy
A system or organization in which people or groups are ranked one above the other according to status or authority
Vexilla
A Roman military standard or Banner especially one of a maniple
Javelin
A light spear thrown in a competitive sport or as a weapon
Aqueduct
On artificial channel for conveying water typically in the form of a bridge across a valley or other gap
Architecturally
Relating to architecture conforming to the rules of architecture
Chariot
A two wheeled horse drawn vehicle used in Ancient Warfare and racing
Monarchy
A form of government with a monarch at the head
Senate
any of various legislative or governing bodies in particular
Patricians
An aristocrat or nobleman
Plebeians
A commoner
Dictator
A ruler with total power over a country typically one who has abstained power by force
Assassinate
Murder in a surprise attack for political or religious reasons
Consuls
An official appointed by a government to live in a foreign city and protect and promote the government’s citizens and interests there
Equestrian
Relating to horse riding
Magistrate
a civil officer or a judge who administers the law
Brigades
A subdivision of an army typically consisting of a small number of infantry battalions and or other units and often forming part of a division
Auxiliary
Providing supplementary or additional help and support
Legion
A unit of 3,000 to 6000 men in the ancient Roman army
Cohort
An ancient Roman military unit comprising 6 centuries equal to one tenth of allegiant
Gods
The Creator and ruler of the universe and source of all moral Authority the Supreme Being
Goddess
A female deity
Temple
A building devoted to the warship or regarded as the dwelling place of a God or gods or other objects of religious reverence