Flashcards on Ancient Rome

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Spartacus

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A former gladiator who was the leader of the most successful slave rebellion in Rome.

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Barbarian

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A word used to describe people considered uncivilized or primitive.

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Republic

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A country where the government is run by elected officials rather than by a king or emperor.

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AQUEDUCT

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A manmade channel used for delivering water to Roman towns.

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BARBARIAN

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A term used to describe people who lived outside the Roman Empire.

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CENTURY

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A division of the Roman army made up of 80 soldiers. It was led by a centurion.

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DICTATOR

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A ruler who has absolute power.

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FORUM

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The area of a Roman town that was the center of Roman life.

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GLADIATOR

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A warrior who fought for the entertainment of Roman audiences. They often fought to the death.

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REPUBLIC

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A country where the government is run by elected officials rather than by a king or emperor.