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Flashcards in Ancient Rome Deck (8)
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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

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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