Roman Vocab

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In Roman architecture, a large building with a nave, side aisles, and apses.

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Basilica

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Painting technique using water-based paint on fresh plaster, creating a durable bond.

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Frescoe

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In the Roman Republic, a member of the upper ruling class.

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Patrician

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Ordinary citizen in ancient Rome; 95% of the population.

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Plebian

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Period from 507 to 31 B.C.E. governed by the Roman Senate.

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Roman Republic

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Council of wealthy and powerful Romans advising city leaders.

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Roman Senate

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2 Roman rulers with equal powers, each ruling for 1 year and able to veto each other. In the 3rd Century B.C., 1 Plebian gained Consul status.

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Consuls

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Unwritten laws and customs changing with Patrician feelings.

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Roman Constitution

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Ancient culture blending Greek, Hellenistic, and Roman influences.

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Greco-Roman

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Type of government where people elect leaders to make laws

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Republic