Ancient Rome Flashcards
(8 cards)
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patrician
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In the Roman Republic, a member of the upper, ruling class
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plebeian
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In the Roman Republic, one of the common people
3
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republic
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A form of government in which leaders are elected to represent the people
4
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Senate
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A group of 300 men elected to govern Rome
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consuls
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One of the two chief leaders of Rome
Responsible for leading the military and enacting laws
Elected for one year terms
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tribune
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An official of Rome elected by plebeians to represent them
7
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veto
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To refuse to approve proposals of government
In Latin, it literally means “I forbid!”
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constitution
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A set of basic laws
