FLASHCARDS - Roman Republic (2)

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System by which laws were made by direct democracy; part of the Roman legislative branch; made up of all commoners.

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Council of Plebs

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two patricians elected for a one year term; similar powers to today's president

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Roman Consul

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a public official authorized to decide questions brought before a court of justice

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magistrate

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a ruler who has complete control over a country, usually taking control by force

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dictator

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In ancient Rome, a member of the privileged upper class

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Patrician

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An ordinary citizen in the ancient Roman republic

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Plebeian

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A council of wealthy and powerful Romans that advised the city's leaders.

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Roman Senate

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An official elected by the plebeians to protect their rights; a representative on the Council of the Plebs.

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Roman Tribune

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a group or association of 3 leaders

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triumvirate

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Wars between Rome and Carthage; Carthage was destroyed; Rome became dominant over western Mediterranean

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Punic Wars