Rome Government and Social Structure

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A wealthy, upperclass person in the Ancient Roman Republic

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patrician

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An ordinary citizen in the ancient Roman Republic

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plebian

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Why was Rome's geographic setting important?

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Its position was central to Italy and the known Western world.

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What were the two top officials in the Roman government chosen to serve one year? Options: Consuls, Praetors, Tribunes, Senators

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Consuls

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What were the jobs of consuls?

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Head the army and run the government

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The complex structure of Roman government to limit the power of any one group or persons is called a system of

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Checks and balances

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The Roman Empire survived for as long as it did, at least in part, because of its __________, which were written down and kept on public display.

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laws

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____ were the first set of written laws in Rome.

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The Twelve Tables.

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This group inherited their power and authority: Patricians, Plebeians, Consuls, Dictators

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Patricians

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People could serve for life once elected in this position.

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Senate