1. Republic-A form of government in which power rests with citizens who have the right to vote for their leaders.
Patricians- Wealthy landowners who held most of the power in Rome.
Plebeians-Common farmers, artisans,and merchants who made up the majority of the population.
Tribunes- Plebeian assembly's that allowed them to elect representatives.
Consuls- Two officials like kings that commanded the army and directed the army. Only served one year in office and could not be elected again in 10 years.
Senate- The aristocratic branch of Romes government.
Dictator- In time of crisis a elected leader who would absorb absolute power to make laws and command the army.
Legions- Large Roman military units. Made up of 5000 infantry, and cavalry.
Punic Wars- Three wars between Rome and Carthage from 264 BC to 146 BC
Hannibal- Carthaginian general during the Punic Wars.
3. A consuls term was only 1 year The same person could not be elected again for 10 years. One consul could override the others decisions.
4. The Patrician officials would often interpret the laws to better their case but the twelve tables prevented that and they also established the idea that all free citizens had a right to the protection of the law.
5. Instead of a head on attack he decided to go around Spain and France and through the Alps to attack.
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