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
Plebeians- the common farmers, artisans, and merchants who made up the majority of the population
Tribune- representatives- protected the rights of the Plebeians from unfair acts of Patrician officials
Consuls- command the army and directed government- limited power- serve for one year
Senate- aristocratic branch- both legislative and administrative functions- influence over foreign and domestic policy
Dictator- a leader who had absolute power to make laws and command the army- power lasted 6 months- elected by Senate; chosen by consuls
Legions- large, organized unit of Roman soldiers
Punic Wars- 264- 146 BC- Rome and Carthage fought 3 wars
Hannibal- Carthinagin general- brilliant military strategist
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