Vocab. Ancient Rome

What was the social class of wealthy and powerful families in ancient Rome known as?

• Plebeians

• Patricians

• Gladiators

• Senators

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Which term refers to the common people of ancient Rome?

• Patricians

• Senators

• Plebeians

• Gladiators

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What was the governing body of ancient Rome that was composed of aristocrats?

• Senate

• Empire

• Oligarchy

• Latium

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Which term describes a form of government where a small group of people have control?

• Empire

• Oligarchy

• Republic

• Democracy

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What is the term for a person who fought in public spectacles in ancient Rome?

• Senator

• Gladiator

• Patrician

• Plebeian

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Which region was the heartland of the Roman Empire?

• Latium

• Gaul

• Egypt

• Britannia

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What is the term for a large landmass surrounded by water on three sides?

• Island

• Peninsula

• Isthmus

• Archipelago

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What is another name for agriculture?

• Industry

• farming

• Mining

• Fishing

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What is the term for exchanging goods and services without using money?

• Trade

• Barter

• Commerce

• Investment

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Which term refers to a political system where representatives are elected to govern on behalf of the people?

• Monarchy

• Oligarchy

• Republic

• Empire

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