The Roman Republic

Who were the patricians in the Roman Republic?

• Elected representatives

• Noblemen with large landholdings

• Regular folks like tradesmen and farmers

• Military leaders

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

• To elect consuls

• To control Rome's finances and foreign policies

• To protect the rights of plebeians

• To oversee religious ceremonies

What led to the creation of the Twelve Tables?

• The election of consuls

• The need for religious customs

• A military threat

• The plebeians' revolt

What was the purpose of dictators in the Roman Republic?

• To change the laws at will

• To lead military parades

• To address specific crises

• To take control of the government by force

How does the modern American Republic differ from the Roman Republic?

• Only men can vote in the American Republic.

• The American Republic includes a system of checks and balances.

• The American Republic has no Senate.

• The American Republic does not allow for elected representatives.