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Rome Vocabulary
Term | Definition |
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Republic | A state in which supreme power is held by the people and their elected representatives |
Patricians | An aristocrat or nobleman |
Plebeians | A commoner in ancient Rome |
Veto | The right to reject a decision or proposal made by a law-making body |
Tribune | An official in ancient Rome chosen by the plebeians to protect their interests |
Latin | The language of ancient Rome |
Stylus | An ancient writing instrument consisting of a small rod with a pointed end |
Palatine | An official lord having local authority |
Punic Wars | A series of three wars fought between Rome and Carthage from 264 to 146 BCE |
Cuniculus | A low tunnel used as a burial chamber |