Roman Republic Brainpop

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Which choice best describes the Roman Republic? A dictatorship run by an emperor. A government run by elected representatives. A monarchy run by a queen or a king. An oligarchy run by society's richest members.

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A government run by elected representatives.

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If the Roman government wanted to spend money building new roads, who would have to approve the funds?

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The Senate

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Place the following events in order: A) The Senate is founded. B) Julius Caesar becomes dictator of Rome; C) The Plebeians revolt.

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A, C, B

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How was Roman government different before the 12 Tables were created?

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Beforehand, plebeians didn't know what all of Rome's laws were.

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How were women treated during the Roman Republic? Options: With complete equality (the same), As slaves, As second-class citizens, As the official heads of their families

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As second-class citizens

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What was the main difference between the Senate and the Assembly?

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Senators were patricians; Assembly members were plebeians.

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If you worked as a carpenter, you would most likely be classified as a:

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Plebeian

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If you wanted to become a consul, what job might you have to hold beforehand? Options: Businessman, Farmer, Military General, Philosopher

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Military General

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Which of the following is a true statement about Rome's consuls?
The consuls were elected by the Assembly, but usually took orders from the Senate
The consuls were elected by the Senate, but usually took orders from the Assembly
The consuls did not have the power to propose new laws
The consuls were not allowed to interfere with legal affairs

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The consuls were elected by the Assembly, but usually took orders from the Senate

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How are the United States and the Roman Republic similar? Options: Both hold elections once every 4 years., Both allow all citizens to vote., Both have a single, powerful chief executive., Both have three branches of government.

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Both have three branches of government.