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social studies
social studies chap 10
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| patrician | wealthiest most powerfull |
| plebian | unwealthy unpowerfull |
| republic | form of government which citizens have the right to choose their leaders |
| representive | a person elected to represent the people |
| senate | governing body in which ancient roman repersentitives serve |
| consul | managed the government and army |
| dictator | person who has total control over the people |
| tribute | men who werer appointed thh protect the rights of plebleians |
| patriotism | sense of pride in over country |
| caeser | ancient roman emperor |
| emperor | ruler of an empier |
| gladiator | a professional fighter |
| catacomb | underground burial rooms |
| synagogue | jewish places of worship |
| disciple | small of followers |
| persecute | punished for their beliefs |
| auction | sold off |
| pope | leader of the roman church |
| pillage | robbed rome |
| vandal | someone who destroyed property |