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Ancient Rome Vocab
Vocab Quiz words
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| vandal | someone who destroys property |
| pope | leader of the Roman church |
| persecute | to punish others for their beliefs |
| synagogue | Jewish place of worship |
| gladiator | generally a prisoner or slave who served as a professional fighter |
| caesar | Roman ruler |
| tribune | person appointed to protect the rights of plebians |
| consul | official chosen to manage the government and the army |
| representative | one elected to represent the people |
| plebian | common Roman citizen with little wealth or power |
| pillage | to rob |
| auction | to sell off |
| disciple | a follower |
| catacomb | underground room used a burial place |
| emperor | ruler of an empire |
| patriotism | sense of pride in one's country |
| dictator | ruler with total control over the people |
| Senate | governing body |
| republic | government where the citizens have the right to vote |
| patrician | wealthy, powerful Roman citizen |