Rome Definitions

• Republic - A type of government where citizens held most power. They had the right to vote for their leaders.
• Patrician - The wealthy landowners who held the most power. The highest class at this time. 
• Plebeian- The common people in Rome. Most plebeians were farmers, artisans, and merchants.
• Tribune- Representatives elected by plebeians at an assembly who protected the rights of the plebeians from unfair acts of patrician rulers. They gave a voice and justice for the common people. 
• Consul- Officials or rulers whose power was limited to command the army and direct the government.
• Senate-The legislative and administrative functions in the republic.They were 300 wealthy aristocrats chosen by the citizens. They had great influence on foreign and domestic policy. 
• Dictator- A leader who gad absolute power to make laws and command the army. They had a short span of time in power. They were chosen by the consuls and then elected by senate. 
• Legion- Large organized military units of Roman soldiers.

• Punic Wars- A long war fought in 246BC against Rome and Carthage

• Hannibal- A young, strong leader who was a Carthaginian general. He was very strong with his military and he wanted to avenge Carthage's earlier defeat.