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Rome
Term | Definition |
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Representative Democracy | A government in which the people vote for (elect) a smaller group of citizens to make the rules and laws for everyone |
Mediterranean Sea | Located near Greece and Rome. Trading took place here. |
Arches | the architecture of ancient Rome. Used these in the construction of their buildings |
Human Charecteristics | Rome was: Farmers, road builders, traders |
Physical characteristics | Rome was: Located next to a river; built on many hills; had limited rich soil |
Mosaics | Ancient Rome's art made by arranging small pieces of colored glass, stone, or other materials. |
Aqueducts | a bridge that is constructed to move water from one place to another. |
Colosseum | Famous ancient Rome Building made up of arches. This was a large theater or stadium |
Parthenon | This is the building built to honor the goddess of Athena. It is located in Greece. |
Columns | Ancient Greek arcitecture A large round support with a top and base , usually made of stone |