Chapter 6 Quiz #1

Which principle of the U.S. Constitution was a part of the government system in the early Roman republic?

• Separation of Powers

• Balance of Power

• Federalism

• Popular Sovereignty

During the early years of the Roman Republic, how did plebeians differ from patricians?

• Patricians could vote but not own land.

• Plebeians could own land but not vote.

• Patricians could hold office but not vote.

• Plebeians could vote but not hold office.

A typical role of the patricians in the Roman Republic was to —

• collect taxes

• serve as senators

• become gladiators

• fight enemies

Which of the following legal principles developed in the Roman Empire and influenced the government of the United States?

• principle of retaliation

• principle of judicial review

• principle of divine right of kings

• principle of equal treatment under the law

Which idea concerning personal rights originated in ancient Rome?

• Citizens shall not be denied freedom or liberty.

• Citizens shall have the right to face their accusers.

• Citizens shall not be involuntarily enslaved or indentured.

• Citizens shall have the right to protected free speech.

The “due process” clauses in the Fifth and Fourteenth Amendments to the Constitution of the United States are based upon which principle that was central to the Roman legal system?

• right to bear arms

• freedom of religion

• trial by jury of peers

• equality before the law

As a woman in Roman society, you would --

• be free to own property and testify in court.

• be free to vote.

• be free to hold a political office.

• none of the above, women did not have rights in Roman society.

Which aspect of modern Western civilization was most influenced by ancient Roman society?

• Art

• Law

• Literature

• Music

Which technological innovation did the ancient Romans introduce?

• aqueduct

• compass

• gunpowder

• telescope

The architecture of many buildings in Washington D.C., such as the Supreme Court Building and the White House, reflect the influence of —

• Persia

• Greece/Roman

• Han China

• Germanic tribes