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SS6_Rome

Ancient Rome Review

WordMeaning
Aqueduct Used to transport water from distant wells
Etruscans, Latins and Greeks The three groups to settle in the Italian peninsula
Alps Natural region located in the north of the Italian peninsula
Po Basin A natural region, found between the two major mountain ranges on the Italian peninsula
Apennines These mountains extend the length of the Italian peninsula, continuing into Sicily
Western Plains The fourth region of the Italian peninsula, extending along the western coast
Hannibal This general crossed the Alps to fight Rome in 218 B.C.
Julius Caesar A Roman general who eventually became the dictator of the Roman Republic
Octavian A Roman general who ruled the empire for 41 years, leading to the Pax Romana
Republic A government in which citizens have the right to choose their leaders
Plebeian The common people in Rome
Gladiator Someone who fought in the Roman Colosseum or a similar arena to entertain the public.
Pax Romana 200 years of peace in Rome
Consul Two elected positions in the Senate - They governed Rome and led its army
Dictator A ruler who has absolute power and authority
Colosseum A Roman sports arena
Forum A Roman marketplace
Patrician The wealthy people in Rome
Twelve Tables The foundation of Roman law
Tribune Elected official who protected common people's interest
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