Ancient Rome and Government Terms

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representatives (noun)

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People who are chosen to speak or act for others.

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plebian (noun)

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A commoner or ordinary citizen in ancient Rome, especially one who was not a member of the nobility.

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senate (noun)

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A group of elected or appointed officials who are responsible for making laws and advising the government in a country or state.

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direct democracy (noun)

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A form of government where citizens directly vote on laws and policies, rather than electing representatives to do so.

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indirect democracy (noun)

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A form of government where citizens elect representatives to make decisions on their behalf.

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republic (noun)

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A form of government in which the country is considered a 'public matter', not the private concern or property of rulers.

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citizen (noun)

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A person who legally belongs to a particular country and has the rights and responsibilities that come with it.

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tribunes (noun)

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In ancient Rome, officials elected by the people to protect their rights and interests.

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sortition (noun)

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The process of choosing people for a position or task randomly, like drawing names out of a hat.

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ostracism (noun)

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The act of excluding someone from a group or society, often as a punishment or to show disapproval.