Ancient Rome and Geography

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12 Tables

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First written laws of Ancient Rome

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Adriatic Sea

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A sea between Italy and Greece

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Alps Mountains

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Largest mountain range in Europe; north of Italy

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Apennine Mountains

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Chain of mountains that extends the length of the entire Italian Peninsula

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Arch

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Curved masonry construction for spanning an opening; invented by the Etruscans

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Carthage

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Civilization in northern Africa known for sailing

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Civic Duty

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Idea that citizens have a responsibility to help their country

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Consul

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Highest rank of elected official in Rome; commander of the armies; chairman of Senate

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Council of Plebs

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Representative body of plebeians

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Dictator

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Someone who seizes control by force usually with the military