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SS chapter 5 vocab
vocab
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| republic | a form of government in which citizens elect their leaders |
| legion | large groups of Roman soldiers |
| patrician | the ruling class of ancient Rome |
| plebeian | ordinary citizens in ancient Rome |
| consul | head of a government, usually with a limited term in office |
| veto | to reject |
| praetor | Roman government officials who interpreted the law and served as a judge |
| tribune | an elected Roman official who protects the rights of ordinary citizens |
| dictator | a person with absolute power to rule |
| civic duty | the idea that citizens have a responsibility to help their country |
| latifundia | large farming estates |
| triumvirate | three rulers who share equal political power |
| Pax Roman | Roman peace |
| proconsul | a governor |