Government of the Roman Republic

Open Ended

What do you remember about Ancient Greece's government?

Multiple Choice

Why is it important to study the government of the Roman Republic?

• Because it helps us understand the foundations of modern democratic systems.

• Because it is the only ancient government that existed.

• Because it was the most powerful empire in history.

• Because it had no influence on the present day.

Multiple Choice

Which term describes a government where power comes from the people?

• Republic

• Oligarchy

• Dictator

• Patrician

Multiple Select

Which of the following were responsibilities of Roman citizens?

• Pay taxes

• Serve in the military

• Participate in court

• Own land

Open Ended

Explain how the principles of Roman government prevented any one person from gaining too much power.

Multiple Choice

What was the main function of the Assemblies in the Roman government?

• Elect officials and pass laws

• Guide the state and run foreign policy

• Serve as the upper class

• Enforce the rule of law

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements best describes the role of magistrates in Roman government?

• They were elected officials with great powers, often from wealthy families.

• They were responsible for creating laws in the Senate.

• They served as judges in local courts only.

• They had no real authority and served as figureheads.

Open Ended

How do the principles of separation of powers, checks and balances, citizen participation, and rule of law continue to shape governments today?

Multiple Choice

How did Roman ideas about government influence the structure of the United States government?

• By introducing the concept of monarchy

• By promoting citizen rights, separation of powers, and checks and balances

• By eliminating the need for written laws

• By encouraging a single branch of government