Rome Vocabulary

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Aqueducts

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A human-made channel that carries water long distances

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Arch

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A curved part of a structure that serves as a support

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Civic Duty

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The idea that citizens have a responsibility to help their country

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Consul

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Head of government, usually with a limited term in office

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Diaspora

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Groups of Jews living outside of the Jewish homeland

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Dictator

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A person with absolute power

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Dome

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A rounded vault forming the roof of a building or structure, typically with a circular base

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Legion

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Large groups of Roman soldiers

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Legislature

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A group of people who make the laws

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Pax Romana

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Roman peace