history final Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
Q
what is a Triumvirate?
A
a group of powerful politicians that ruled Rome
2
Q
what is a Republic?
A
a form of government where leaders are elected by the people
3
Q
what is a Justinian code?
A
a set of roman laws for the byzantine empire to follow
4
Q
what is a aqueduct?
A
pipelines or channels created to bring water into cities and towns
5
Q
what is nagia saphia?
A
the church of holy wisdom built by Justinian to show his power and wealth
6
Q
what are Punic wars?
A
a series of conflicts between Carthage and Rome over the Mediterranean sea
