Ancient Roman Republic Flashcard

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What is a republic?

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A government where people rule through elected representatives.

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What percentage of Rome's population were plebeians?

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90 percent

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How many main parts were in the Roman government system?

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Three parts

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Which Roman social class had no rights at all? Options: Plebeians, Women, Enslaved people, Patricians

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Enslaved people

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What was required to become a Roman citizen? Options: Being born in Rome, Having a citizen parent, Speaking Latin, Owning land

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Having a citizen parent

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Why were the Twelve Tables created?

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To list Roman laws

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What was NOT a civic duty in ancient Rome? Voting, Military service, Census participation

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Owning property

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How long did Roman senators typically serve?

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Life terms

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What is the Rule of Law?

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Laws apply to all people equally

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Which group controlled the Senate? Options: Plebeians, Patricians, Women, Enslaved people

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Patricians