Ancient Rome Review for Flashcard

Front

When the Romans overthrew the last Etruscan king in 509 BC, they became the _______________.

Back

Roman Republic

Front

The _______________ led Roman army into battles and ran the government.

Back

consul

Front

_______________ were once slaves but now recovered their freedom.

Back

freedmen

Front

During the Punic Wars, many battles were fought between Rome and _______________.

Back

Carthage

Front

The Romans designed _______________ to carry water from rivers all the way to the cities.

Back

aqueducts

Front

_______________ was considered one of the greatest military generals of all time.

Back

Hannibal Barca

Front

Describe the economy and daily life of Romans during the Roman Empire.

Back

Agricultural and trade

Front

Julius Caesar was a dictator or an absolute ruler.

Back

True

Front

What is a type of government run by 3 people with equal power?

Back

triumvirate

Front

What class of Roman commoners was made up of minor land owners, farmers, merchants, and craftsmen?

Back

Plebeians