| A | B |
|---|
| Doric | recognized by the simple circular capitals at the top of columns. |
| Ionic | capital is characterized by the use of volutes. |
| Corinthian | slender fluted columns and elaborate capitals decorated with acanthus leaves and scrolls |
| pediment | triangular shape, placed above the horizontal structure supported by columns |
| arch | a curved symmetrical structure |
| podium | any of various elements that form the “foot,” or base, of a structure, |
| Pont du Gard | built as three tiers of archways to bring water to the city of Nîmes, |
| aqueduct | artificial channel for conveying water, typically in the form of a bridge across a valley |
| basilica | ancient Roman public building, where courts were held, |
| forum | it served as a public area in center of Rome |
| stolla | long, pleated dress,generally sleeveless and worn by women |
| palla | mantle worn by women, fastened by brooches,shape was rectangular instead of semi-circular |
| tunica | worn as a shirt or gown by both genders |
| toga | a roughly semicircular cloth,draped over the shoulders and around the body |
| cena | the main meal of the day, traditionally consisted of three parts |
| mensa | was the final part of the meal and was made up of desserts. |
| cibus | food |
| jenctaculum | breakfast |
| prandium | lunch |
| bulla | an amulet worn like a locket a type of protection from evil spirits |
| caliga | heavy military boots |
| salutatio | greeting |
| cliens | clients of patron |
| apodyterium | entry and changing rooms |
| frigidarium | large cold bath |
| palaestra | wrestling area |
| thermae | large bath areas |
| tepidarium | warm bath areas |
| strigles | used to scrape skin after baths |
| peristylum | courtyard with columns |
| Pont du Gard | Roman aqueduct that crosses the Gardon River |
| caldarium | hottest area in the baths |
| amphitheatrum | used for entertainment, performances, and sports |
| bestiarius | fighter with wild beats |
| myrmillon | gladiator who wore gallic amour and fish-topped helmets |
| retarius | gladiator who fought with fishing gear |
| Samnite | member of the ancient warlike tribes inhabiting center of southern Italy |
| secutor | known as chasers due to their fighting styles |
| venatio | entertainment with hunting and killing of wild animals |
| impedimentum | heavy baggae of an amry |
| legatus | high ranking roman military officer |
| auxilia | could recruited from territories outside of Roman control |
| castra | roman camp |
| centurio | commander of camp of 100 |
| pilum | javelin |
| gladius | sword |
| lorica | Hard protective sheath |
| vallum | rampart or wall |
| tormenta | Machines for throwing with bows and strings |
| onager | small catapult |
| scutum | heavy shield for roman legions |
| mappa | Napkin dropped by game’s sponsor |
| auriga | chariot |
| spina | Island in middle of the track |
| quadriga | four horse chariot |
| paneum et circenses | Was the formula for the well-being of the population; the formula offered food,baths,gladiators, etc. |
| metae | turning point at circus |
| ova | Lap marker |
| delphini | Constellation in northern star |
| circus | Applied by romans to circular arenas for performances |
| paedogögus | Roman tutor |
| papyrus | Used to make paper |
| stilus | Writing utensil for romans |
| tabella | Roman tablet used for writing |
| ludus | Primary school for Roman’s up to age 11 |
| rhetor | Teacher of public speaking |
