Vocabulary: The Rise of Rome and Roman Civilization

The definition of 'consul' is:

• A type of government official

• A type of ancient Roman building

• A type of military rank

• A type of legal document

The definition of 'dictator' is:

• A ruler with total power over a country, typically one who has obtained control by force.

• A person who is elected to represent the people.

• A leader who shares power with a parliament.

• A ceremonial figurehead with no real power.

The definition of 'plebeian' is:

• A member of the lower social classes

• A type of ancient Roman architecture

• A philosophical concept

• A scientific term

What is the definition of 'currency'?

• A system of money in general use in a particular country

• A type of food

• A form of transportation

• A style of clothing

What is the definition of 'latifundia'?

• A large landed estate or ranch in ancient Rome, typically worked by slaves.

• A small family-owned farm.

• A type of ancient Roman military unit.

• A public marketplace in ancient Rome.

The definition of 'triumvirate' is:

• A group of three powerful or notable people

• A pair of two leaders

• A single ruler

• A council of five members

The definition of 'plague' is:

• a contagious bacterial disease characterized by fever and delirium

• a type of plant disease

• a form of government

• a style of music

What is the definition of 'Forum'?

• A place for discussion

• A type of plant

• A mathematical formula

• A historical event

What is the definition of 'satire'?

• A literary work holding up human vices and follies to ridicule or scorn

• A type of comedy that uses humor to criticize people or society

• A form of writing that uses humor, irony, or exaggeration to criticize or mock

• All of the above

The definition of 'mosaic' is:

• A pattern or picture made by arranging together small colored pieces of hard material, such as stone, tile, or glass.

• A type of painting using watercolors on wet plaster.

• A form of sculpture using clay and metal.

• A style of architecture characterized by large domes and arches.