The beginning of the Roman Republic & The Punic Wars

What was the official language of Rome?

• Pax Romana

• Hebrew

• Latins

• Greek

What civilization influenced Roman culture?

• Greek

• Phoenician

• Mesopotamian

• Babylonian

Before becoming a republic, what type of government system did Rome use?

• Socialism

• Constitutional Monarchy

• Direct Democracy

• Monarchy

What is a republic?

• a government where everyone can vote regardless of age, citizenship status, or gender

• a government in which citizens vote for representatives to make laws

• a government where one man has absolute power

• a government in which a king or queen has absolute power

Who were the patricians?

• The patricians were the lower class citizens of ancient Rome.
• The patricians were the slaves in ancient Rome.
• The patricians were the land owning and privileged upper class of ancient Rome.

• The patricians were the middle class merchants of ancient Rome.

Who were the plebeians?

• The plebeians were the wealthy aristocrats in ancient Rome.
• The plebeians were the slaves in ancient Rome.
• The plebeians were the religious leaders in ancient Rome.
• The plebeians were the farmers, artisans, and traders in ancient Rome.

Who were the slaves in ancient Rome?

• Children born to Roman citizens who were enslaved due to their parents' debts.
• Foreign prisoners of war captured by the Roman army.
• Free citizens who voluntarily worked for wealthy Romans.
• Individuals who were considered property and owned by other individuals or households.

What were the Twelve Tables?

• The Twelve Tables were a set of religious rituals practiced by the ancient Romans.
• The Twelve Tables were a group of twelve Roman gods worshipped by the people.
• The Twelve Tables were Rome's written law code. The code was posted in the Forum for all to see.

• The Twelve Tables were a collection of ancient Roman coins used for trade.

What were the responsibilities of the two Roman Consuls?

• To negotiate treaties and trade agreements with foreign nations.
• Rome's highest elected officials. Consuls over Senate and commanded the Roman army.

• To oversee the construction of public buildings and infrastructure.
• To serve as advisors to the Emperor and assist in making decisions.

How long could a consul serve for?

• two years
• three years
• four years
• one year