Ancient Rome Flashcard

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What were the two main social classes in ancient Rome?

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Plebian and Patrician

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Who were the commoners in ancient Rome?

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Plebians

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Who were the privileged ruling class in ancient Rome?

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Patricians

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Which Roman Emperor is famously known for his tyrannical rule and persecution of Christians?

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Nero

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What were the series of wars fought between Rome and Carthage called?

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Punic Wars

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What was the period of relative peace and stability in the Roman Empire called?

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Pax Romana

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Which mountain range did Hannibal and his army cross during the Second Punic War?

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Alps

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Who was the Roman general and statesman who played a critical role in the events that led to the demise of the Roman Republic?

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Caesar

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What was the official language of the Roman Empire?

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Latin

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What was the governing body of the Roman Republic called?

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Senate