Ancient Greece and Rome Vocabulary

Front

What is the term for "government by the people"?

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Democracy

Front

Which term describes "a person or group acting on behalf of another person or group"?

Back

Representation

Front

What is a "form of government in which the people select representatives to govern them and make laws"?

Back

Republic

Front

What is the term for "a group of states or territories controlled by one ruler"?

Back

Empire

Front

Who is "a ruler who has complete control over a country"?

Back

Dictator

Front

What is the term for "the benefits of government to which every citizen is entitled"?

Back

Rights

Front

What is the term for "common people of Rome"?

Back

Plebian

Front

What is the "marketplace in ancient Greece" called?

Back

Agora

Front

What is the term for "Rome's public meeting place"?

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Forum

Front

A person with certain rights and responsibilities in his or her country or community

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citizen