Roman Republic Quiz

What is the main characteristic of a republic?

• Citizens elect their own leaders

• The government is ruled by a king

• The government is ruled by a dictator

• The government is ruled by a council

Which branch of the Roman Republic was responsible for day-to-day business and military affairs?

• Consuls

• Senate

• Assembly

• Judicial

What was the role of the Senate in the Roman Republic?

• To give advice to the consuls

• To pass laws and elect consuls

• To count citizens and hire workers

• To serve as judges in legal cases

Who were mainly part of the assemblies in the Roman Republic?

• Patricians

• Plebeians

• Women

• Judges

What power did the Assemblies have in the Roman Republic?

• Conduct a census to determine the Roman population

• Appoint dictators in times of emergencies

• Pass laws and elect consuls

• Serve as judges in legal cases

What is the term limit for consuls in the Roman Republic?

• 1 year

• 6 months

• Lifetime

• No term limit

What is the term limit for the President of the United States?

• 4 years

• 6 years

• 2 years

• No term limit

What is the name of the written rules for the government and rights of people in Rome?

• Twelve Tables

• Constitution

• Bill of Rights

• Dictatorship

What is another name for a Republic?

• Representative Democracy

• Direct Democracy

• Monarchy

• Dictatorship

Which position serves for life in the Roman Republic?

• Praetor

• Senator

• Consul

• Censor