AP Latin — Core Vocabulary and Grammar

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What is the definition of the Latin verb **facere**?

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Facere means "to do" or "to make." It is a third conjugation verb (facio, facere, feci, factum) and appears frequently in both Caesar's *Gallic War* and Vergil's *Aeneid* to describe actions taken by leaders or the gods.

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Define **potestas**.

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Potestas translates to "power," "capacity," or "ability." In the context of Roman politics and the *Aeneid*, it often refers to the authority or control held by a magistrate, a commander, or a deity.

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What is the literal meaning of **imperium**?

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Imperium means "command" or "empire." It specifically refers to the supreme administrative or military authority held by Roman magistrates and later the emperors, distinguishing it from general power (*potestas*).

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Define **consilium**.

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Consilium means "plan," "purpose," "wisdom," or "council." It is a key term in AP Latin for describing the strategic planning of Caesar or the fateful plans and councils of the gods in Vergil.

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What does the adjective **magnus** mean?

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Magnus means "great," "large," or "noble." It is used both physically (e.g., great fires) and to characterize status (e.g., a great leader or soul), often appearing in its dative/ablative plural form *magnis*.