Roman History and Culture Vocabulary

A complete set of vocabulary flashcards based on the provided notes on Roman history, society, and culture.

Forum

open area in a Roman city filled with public buildings, temples, and markets

Republic

form of government in which citizens have the right to vote and elect officials

Legion

basic unit of the Roman army, consisting of $4,500$ to $5,000$ heavily armed soldiers

Diplomacy

the ability to handle relationships without increasing hostility

Magistrate

government official who enforces the law

Consul

one of two top officials and military leaders in the Roman republic

Patriarchal

society in which men rule their families, and people trace their origins through male ancestors

Tenant

person who rents land or a home

Empire

state containing several countries or territories

Civil War

war between groups from the same country

Aqueduct

channel that moves water over a long distance

Resurrection

coming back to life

Conversion

heartfelt change in one’s opinions or beliefs, especially in religion

Ethics

beliefs about what is right and wrong

Denomination

religious group

Mosaic

design formed with small tiles of glass, stone, or pottery

Satire

work of literature that makes fun of its subject, often mocking vice or folly

Oratory

art of giving speeches

Inflation

general increase in prices

Mercenary

soldier who fights for pay rather than for his or her country