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Ancient Rome

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Etruscans An early civilization in Italy; Romans were greatly influenced by the Greeks and the Etruscans..
Romulus and Remus Twins of the myth that explains how Rome was founded.
Gladiator A person trained to fight for public entertainment.
Plebeian One of the common people in the Roman Republic.
Patrician A member of the upper, ruling class in the Roman Republic.
Republic A form of government in which leaders are elected to represent the people.
Senate A group of 300 men elected to govern Rome.
Consuls Two very powerful elected leaders of Rome who shared command of the army.
Tribune An official of Rome elected by plebeians to represent them.
Veto To refuse to approve proposals of government.
Constitution A set of basic laws (written down) by which Rome’s government ruled.
Checks and balances A system that balances the distribution of power in a government.
Dictatorship When the government is ruled by one person who has absolute power; Julius Caesar became a dictator which brought the Roman Republic to an end.
Colosseum A large arena in Rome where gladiator contests and other games and sporting events were held.
Aqueducts A pipe or channel built to carry water over a long distance.
Christianity A monotheistic religion based on the life and teachings of Jesus.
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