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Chapter 11
Terms related to the rise of Rome as an Empire
Term | Definition |
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republic | a form of government in which citizens elect their leaders |
legions | large groups of Roman soldiers |
patricians | the ruling class |
plebeians | ordinary citizens |
consul | head of government, usually with a limited term in office |
veto | to reject |
praetors | government officials who interpret the law and serve as judges |
tribune | an elected official who protects the rights of ordinary citizens |
dictator | a person granted absolute power |
civic duty | the idea that citizens have a responsibility to help their country |
latifundia | large farming estates |
Triumverate | three rules who share equal political power |
Pax Romana | Roman peace |
proconsul | governor |