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