Rome Vocab

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Human-made channel for distant water transport

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aqueduct

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Religion based on Jesus' teachings

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Christianity

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Two most powerful officials in Rome

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consuls

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A ruler with almost absolute power

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dictator

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A Roman general who ended the Republic and became dictator for life.

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Julius Caesar

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Language of the Romans

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Latin

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Noble or upper class in Roman society

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patrician

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Period of peace and prosperity in the Roman Empire

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Pax Romana

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Commoner of ancient Rome

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plebeian

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Wars between Rome and Carthage

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Punic Wars