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Life in Ancient Rome (Chapter 9)

Across
Roman god of the sea
Empire known as the Eastern Roman Empire
Romans were the first to use this mixture of volcanic ash, lime, and water
Gladiator that led a slave revolt in 73 B.C.
Curved structure of stone or concrete forming a ceiling or roof
Period of rapidly increasing prices
First Christian Roman Emperor
Built roads from Rome to every part of the Empire
Wrote the Odyssey
Today this city is called Istanbul; was known as "New Rome"
To exchange goods without using money
Work that pokes fun at human weaknesses
Scientist that mapped stars and studied motion of planets and stars
Person who acts as a temporary ruler
Disease that spreads quickly and kills many people
Christian holy person
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Means "father of the family"
Roman temple built to honor Rome's gods
The willful destruction of property
Open place that served as a marketplace and public square
Long flowing robe with a cloak, worn by Roman women
Huge Roman arena that could seat about 60,000 people
Person who fought animals and other people as public entertainment
Greek goddess of love
Public speaking
Poem that expresses strong emotions about life
The study of body structure
Change that tries to bring about improvement
Inner courts in wealthy Roman homes
Picture made from many bits of colored glass, tile, or stone
Became the basis of many modern European languages