Matching Pairs Rome Vocabulary Matching GameOnline version Vocabulary practice for Ancient Rome by Katina McCoy 1 The first four books of the New Testament, which describe Jesus Christ’s life and teachings 2 One of two chief officials who headed the republic and led the army 3 A group of three rulers who share power 4 A rising from the dead 5 A form of government in which the citizens elect representatives to make and enforce the laws 6 The saving of the human soul from evil with a promise of life after death 7 A public place where people could meet for business or recreation 8 A person who willingly suffers or dies for his or her beliefs. 9 A counsel of representatives that was the most powerful governing body in Rome 10 A wealthy descendant of Rome’s earliest settlers 11 A slave or prisoner who fought, often to the death, for the entertainment of others. 12 The leader of the Roman Catholic Church 13 A time of peace for the Romans that lasted for more than 200 years and allowed Rome to grow in size 14 A follower of a religion 15 A member of the common people in Ancient Rome resurrection gladiator consul disciple gospels senate republic martyrs patricians triumvirate salvation Pax Romana forum plebeians pope