Quaestor
Definition
A quaestor was a financial officer in ancient Rome who was responsible for managing the treasury and public finances.
Related terms
Aedile: An aedile was an official in charge of public buildings and festivals in ancient Rome.
Praetor: A praetor was a judicial officer in ancient Rome who had authority over civil and criminal cases.
Consul: A consul was one of two chief magistrates in ancient Rome who were elected to lead the government and command the army.
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AP Latin - 7.3 Caesar, Gallic War, Book 5, Chapters 44-46
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