Ancient Rome CH 11 Vocabulary

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republic

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A form of government in which citizens elect their leaders

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legions

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large groups of Roman soldiers

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patrician

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the ruling class of ancient Rome

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plebeian

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ordinary citizens in ancient Rome

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consul

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head of government, usually with a limited term in office

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veto

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to reject

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praetors

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government officials who interpret the law and serve as judges

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tribune

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an elected official who protects the rights of ordinary citizens

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dictator

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a person granted absolute power

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civic duty

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the idea that citizens have a responsibility to help their country