Rome Vocab

2. Someone belonging to the common class in ancient Rome
5. The bishop of Rome and head of the Roman Catholic Church
8. A man-made channel designed to transport water over much distance
9. Someone of high rank in Roman society
12. The state council of ancient Rome that shared its power with civil officers and knights
13. A set of 12 ancient Roman laws inscribed on bronze tablets
14. An ancient Roman official selected by the Plebeians to defend their interests
15. An increase in average prices of goods and services in an economy

1. The "golden age" of Roman history that spanned around 200 years
3. A government where the power is held by the people and their elected representatives, and the leader gains power solely from elections
4. An anually elected civil officer in ancient Rome who co-rules the republic
5. A series of 3 wars fought between the Romans and the Punic Empire
6. A temple built in ancient Rome dedicated to the 12 gods and ruler
7. An ancient city-state in Africa destroyed by the Romans during the Punic Wars
10. An early follower of Jesus who spread the Christian message to the world
11. A religion based on the teachings of Jesus Christ