Rome 3.0-3.12

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What is the name for the class of mostly peasants, shopkeepers, merchants, etc. living in Rome (majority of population)?

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plebeians

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Who did Rome defeat in the Punic Wars?

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Carthage

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Who founded Rome?

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Romulus

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What is the name for elected officials in Roman government?

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magistrates

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A republic is a government...

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where citizens elect their leaders.

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Who was considered the head of the Roman household?

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the oldest male

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What is the name of the mountain range in northern Italy?

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Alps

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What was the name of Rome's written laws?

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Law of 12 Tables

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What group gave the Romans lavish dinner parties, freedoms for women and a strong military?

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Etruscans

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What is the name for the small class of wealthy families in Rome?

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patricians