The Roman Republic

Who did the Romans overthrow to begin their own government?

• the Latins

• the Romans

• the Etruscans 

• the Italians

What type of government do the Romans establish?

• Republic

• Democracy

• Dictatorship

• Tyranny

Why did the Romans overthrow the Etruscans?

• The Etruscan kings were cruel and abusing their power.

• The Romans were out of control and wanted all the power in Italy.

• The Peloponnesian War had left the city-state weak. 

• Julius Caesar planned to become a dictator. 

How many Roman soldiers made up a legion?

• 3,000- 6,000

• 1,000- 2,000

• 7,000- 8,000

• 10,000

These two members of the Roman government commanded the army and directed the city's government. 

• Legionaries

• Senators

• Kings

• Consuls

How long was a consul's term? 

• 1 year

• 4 years

• 10 years

• for life

Members of this elite government body were appointed for life. They had great influence over foreign and domestic policy. 

• the Senate

• the Republic

• Consuls

• the Assembly

In times of crisis, the Romans would appoint a __________ who had absolute power. 

• monarch

• dictator 

• president

• tyrant

One famous Roman dictator from history, known for heroically stepping down after he was no longer needed was: 

• Julius Caesar

• Brutus 

• Tarquinius

• Cincinnatus

(1) In what way did the Mediterranean Sea benefit Rome the most?

• trade

• protection

• religion

• isolation