Rome Word List

Republic- government in which citizens elect their leaders
Patricians- ruling class
Plebeians- ordinary citizens
Consul- Head of government
Praetor- government officials interpret laws and serve as judges
Tribune- elected officials protect the rights of ordinary citizens
Dictator- one granted absolute power
Civic duty- citizens have a responsibility to their country
Latifundia- large farming estates
Triumvirate- 3 rulers share equal power
Pax Romana- Roman peace
Aqueduct- human made channel that carries water
Gladiators- one who fought people or animals for entertainment
Reform- changes
Resurrection- rising from the dead
Apostle- Christian leaders chosen by Jesus to spread His message