Rome - Crossword Labs

1. An official elected by the plebeians to protect their rights from patrician laws.
3. A drastic drop in the value of money coupled with a rise in prices.
5. The first emperor of Rome, who was originally named Octavian.
8. The brilliant Carthaginian general who invaded Italy with war elephants.
9. The famous Roman general and dictator who was assassinated on the Ides of March.
10. A bridge-like structure built to carry fresh water into Roman cities.
11. A government where citizens elect leaders to make laws and vote.
14. A wealthy, land-owning noble in ancient Rome who held most of the power.

1. A political alliance or ruling body of three powerful individuals.
2. The powerful city-state in North Africa that fought against Rome.
4. A series of three devastating wars fought between Rome and Carthage.
6. The powerful supreme council of ancient Rome, dominated by patricians.
7. A 200-year period of peace and prosperity across the Roman Empire.
12. A common farmer, artisan, or merchant who made up the majority of the Roman population.
13. A large military unit of the Roman army, consisting of about 5,000 foot soldiers.
15. One of two powerful officials elected each year to command the army and run the government.