Ancient Rome Vocabulary #2

A two-wheeled horse-drawn vehicle driven from a standing position

A large building or amphitheater used for entertainment and sporting events

People graded according to rank or level of authority

Political and social disorder resulting from a lack or absence of governmental authority -Since the king gave up his throne without naming a successor, anarchy has replaced order in the once peaceful kingdom.

Damage, weaken, erode the foundation of

A projection at the end of a church or other building, usually having a domed or arched roof -As we stepped into the church, we were amazed to find that all of the additions except the colorful apse were removed.

A government in which a single person rules absolutely -His fame is tarnished, however, by numerous deeds of tyranny and cruelty.

A person in a culture believed by those in another culture to be savage, primitive, uncivilized -That barbarian has dishonored you and my family!

A professional combatant or a captive who entertained the public by engaging in mortal combat -Gladiators were entertainment in Ancient Rome.

An expert, especially in warfare. Julius Caesar was a great military strategist.

fiber of the flax plant that is made into thread and woven into linen fabric
Many Romans wore linen tunics made from the flax plant for comfort.

A deliberately offensive act or something producing the effect of deliberate disrespect; insulting deed or remark
The Plebians considered it to be an affront when the government raised taxes.

A planned military movement, as of troops, ships, or tanks - Emperor Nero ordered a military maneuver of his army to sink the boats in the harbor.

The rituals and observances of a particular religion, especially those having to do with a single deity in ancient Roman times - Emperor Nero felt so threatened by Christianity, he called its followers a cult and punished them.

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