Ancient Rome Vocabulary

Set of laws inscribed on tablets that defined the laws of Rome that applied to all.

• Consul

• 12 Tables

• Republic

• Tribune

What is the purpose of an aqueduct in Ancient Rome?

• Transporting water

• Military training

• Religious ceremonies

• Toga

What is a republic in the context of Ancient Rome?

• A monarchy

• A form of government where citizens elect representatives

• A military alliance

• Roman Roads

Who were the wealthy, aristocratic class in Ancient Rome?

• Tribunes

• Plebeians

• Patricians

• Forum

What is the role of a consul in the Roman Republic?

• Lead the military

• Represent the plebeians

• Serve as a priest

• Emperor

During which period did Ancient Rome experience relative peace and stability?

• Pax Romana

• Roman Mythology

• Roman Roads

• Gladiator

Where were gladiatorial contests and public spectacles held in Ancient Rome?

• Colosseum

• Forum

• Toga

• Legion

What is the central public square in a Roman city?

• Aqueduct

• Legion

• Forum

• Senate

Which Roman general played a critical role in the events leading to the demise of the Roman Republic?

• Augustus

• Mark Antony

• Roman Law

• Julius Caesar

What is the power to reject or forbid a decision or proposal?

• Consul

• Veto

• Senate

• Tribune