Republic
form of government in which power rest with citizens who have the right to vote for their leaders.
Patricians
wealthy landowners who held most power
Plebeians
the common farmers, artisans, and merchants who made up the majority of the population.
Tribunes
assembly and elect representatives.
Consuls
Rome's two officials.
Senate
the aristocratic branch of Rome's government.
Dictator
a leader who had absolute power to make laws and command the army.
Legions
Roman soldiers were organized into large military units.
Punic Wars
war between Rome and Carthage.
Hannibal
Carthaginian general.
What limits were there on the power of the Roman consuls?
They could only serve for one year, the same person could not be elected for ten years, and one consul could always overrule the others decision.
What was the significance of the twelve tables?
To ensure that all free citizens had protection under the law, all laws were carved on twelve tablets and hung in a forum.
How was Hannibal's attack on Rome daring and different?
Instead of a head on attack, he used a surprise attack.
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