Flashcards on Ancient Rome

Front

Common farmers, artisans, and merchants in Rome

Back

Plebeians

Front

Definition of a republic

Back

A form of government where power rests with citizens who vote for their leaders

Front

The 12 Tables in ancient Rome

Back

The written law code

Front

Justinian was the Byzantine Emperor from 527-565.

Back

One of his main goals was to revive the glory of Rome.

Front

Justinian’s Code

Back

A body of civil laws and reference guide.

Front

Renaming of Constantinople

Back

After being conquered by Sultan Mehmed II, the city was renamed Istanbul.

Front

Primary language of the Byzantine Empire

Back

Greek

Front

Region where the rise of Islam occurred

Back

Arabian Peninsula

Front

Meaning of the term "Bedouin"

Back

Arab desert nomad

Front

The city of Mecca is known for being the birthplace of Muhammad.

Back

Mecca is a significant city in Islam.