Forum Facts
When was the Roman Forum built?
the 7th Century B.C.
what does veto mean?
a decision or proposal made by another government body
why is the Roman Forum important
The importance of the Roman Forum is since the population was skyrocketing
what does consul mean?
one of two chief leaders elected yearly in Ancient Rome
When did The First Punic War begin?
264 B.C.
Why was the Roman Forum built
to serve as a centralized hub for Rome's civic, religious, economic, and political life
what does legend mean?
A story from the past that is accepted as truth be cannot be proven
What year was Rome founded?
753 B.C.
what does Patrician mean?
a wealthy landowner in Ancient Rome
What happened to Julius Caesar in 44 B.C.?
He was assassinated by a group of leading senators.
what does tribune mean?
a representative who fought to protect the rights of ordinary citizens in Ancient Rome
In what year did the council of the plebs receive the right to pass laws for all Romans?
287 B.C.