Roman Government

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How did the government of the Roman Republic function?

Describe the government of the Roman Republic, including: 

branches of government, checks and balances,  civic participation, representative democracy, the rule of law, and the Twelve Tables.

​​What are the similarities and differences in these two pictures?

Multiple Choice

How was the Roman Republic ruled?

• The Roman Republic was ruled by elected officials and a system of checks and balances among different branches of government.
• The Roman Republic was controlled by military generals without any civilian oversight.
• The Roman Republic was governed by a council of elders without elections.
• The Roman Republic was ruled by a monarchy with a single king.

Open Ended

How was the Roman Republic different from democracy in Athens? 

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Read page 13-14 and complete the chart with your table group.

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What is the responsibility of the representatives? (1-2 words)

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Which branch of government would you want to be in?

• Assembly

• Senate

• Magistrate

Open Ended

Why are checks and balances important in a government? Your response must be 2-3 sentences and must be detailed.

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How is civic duty in Rome similar to Greece?

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Why were the Twelve Tables important?

At your table, read page 15 and complete the activity on 16.

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