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ancient rome
Question | Answer |
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republic | a form of government in which power is in the hands of the representatives and leaders elected by the citizens. |
empire | a political unit in which a group of people is controlled by a single ruler |
patrician | a member of the wealthy upper class. |
tribune | an official elected by the plebeians to protect there rights. |
triumvirate | a group of three leaders sharing control of the government. |
plebeian | one of the common farmers,artisans and merchants of made most of the population |
consul | one of the two powerful officials elected each year to command the army and direct government. |
disciples | one of the 12 followers of Jesus. |
apostles | one of the 12 who preached and spread the teachings of Jesus |
crucifixion | the act of crucifying; execution on a cross. |
bishop | a high ranking christian who supervises a number of churches. |
messiah | the expect king and deliverer of the Jews. |
inflation | a deline in the value of money and the rise of in prices of goods. |
aqueduct | a pipeline or channel made to carry water to populated areas. |
mercenary | hired foreign soldier |
Greeco-Roman culture | an ancient culture developed from a blending of Greek,Hellenistic and Roman cultures. |
Justinian code | the body of roman civil law and organized order of Byzantine around 534ad. |
icon | a religious image worshiped by the catholic church. |
Patrirach | a principal bishop in the eastern part of Christianity. |
Excommunication | taking away membership of the Christian church. |