The Roman Republic

Why did the cruel uncle put his Romulus and Remus in a basket and send them down the river?

• He wanted them to explore the world.

• He wanted to protect them from danger.

• He wanted to become a ruler.

• He wanted them to learn swimming.

Who raised the twin boys Romulus and Remus?

• A) A gorilla

• B) A king

• C) Wolves

• D) Their mother

What did Romulus and Remus do to their uncle?

• A) They crowned him as king

• B) They drove him from the throne

• C) They helped him rule the city

• D) They left the city with him

What was the name of the city founded by Romulus?

• A) Athens

• B) Sparta

• C) Rome

• D) Alexandria

According to the text, how was the last king of Rome described?

• A) Kind

• B) Fair

• C) Mean

• D) Generous

What does the term "republic" mean as used in the context of ancient Rome?

• Rule by a monarch

• Public things

• Government by the people

• Leadership by the elite

What action did Rome take against their king that led to the establishment of a republic?

• They held a public election

• They rose up, rebelled and set up a republic

• They expanded their territory

• They signed a peace treaty

What was a requirement for voting in the society described in the text?

• Being over 18 years old

• Being a male with property and money

• Having a college degree

• Being born in the country

What does the text imply about the relationship between money and power?

• Money had no influence on power

• More education led to more power

• More money equals more power

• Power was equally distributed

What is the role of the Senate?

• The judicial body

• The executive body

• The lawmaking body

• The advisory council