Ancient Rome and Greek Civilization Vocab

A form of government in which power resides with the people and their elected representatives, and which has an elected or nominated president rather than a monarch.

• Republic
• Myth

• Monarchy

• Oligarchy

A commoner in ancient Rome, belonging to the general citizenry as opposed to the elite patrician class.

• Bishop

• Plebeian

• Silk Road

• Pope

Relating to the period and culture associated with the spread of Greek civilization following the conquests of Alexander the Great, characterized by the blending of Greek, Middle Eastern, and Asian cultures.

• Prophet

• Myth

• Shiva

• Hellenistic

A governing body in ancient Rome, composed of patricians, that advised the consuls and had significant influence over legislation and policy.

• Senate
• Civil Service

• Oligarchy

• Bishop

The Bishop of Rome and the leader of the worldwide Catholic Church, considered the spiritual successor to Saint Peter.

A member of the aristocratic families in ancient Rome, holding high social status and political power.

• Plebian

• Monarchy

• Patrician

• Pope

A high-ranking Christian cleric with authority over a diocese, responsible for overseeing the spiritual and administrative aspects of the church.

• Pope

• Bishop

• Plebian

• Patrician

A structure built to convey water from one location to another, often using a bridge-like system of channels and pipes, commonly used in ancient Rome.

• Civil Service

• Myth

• Silk Road

• Aqueduct

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Genres of ancient Greek drama. Tragedy involves serious themes and often depicts the downfall of a noble hero, while comedy is humorous and often satirical, poking fun at social norms and politics.

• Tragedy/Comedy
• Assimilation

• Dictator

• Aristocracy

The process by which individuals or groups adopt the culture and practices of another group, often leading to the blending or loss of distinct cultural identities.

• Silk Road

• Nirvana

• Assimilation

• Monarchy