The Roman Republic (Khan Academy)

What was a key feature of the Roman Republic's political system?

• A single ruler with absolute power

• Two consuls with equal power and veto rights

• A monarchy with a hereditary king

• A council of generals with military control

How did Rome initially limit the political power of any one man?

• By establishing a monarchy

• By creating a council of elders

• By electing two consuls with veto power

• By allowing only the wealthy to vote

What was the main reason the Comitia Centuriata was organized based on wealth?

• To give more power to the plebeians

• To simplify the voting process

• To reflect the Roman military structure

• To ensure equal representation for all

Why did Rome offer some level of citizenship to conquered people?

• To build a sense of shared identity and loyalty

• To increase tax revenue

• To enforce Roman culture on them

• To reduce the number of slaves

What was the primary economic base of ancient Rome?

• Mining

• Fishing

• Agriculture

• Manufacturing

How did the Roman political system initially limit the influence of the poor?

• By allowing only patricians to vote

• By organizing voting assemblies based on wealth

• By excluding plebeians from military service

• By requiring property ownership for citizenship

What was the role of the Plebeian Council in Roman politics?

• To create laws independently

• To advise the consuls

• To manage foreign relations

• To represent the interests of the common people

What was a latifundia in ancient Rome?

• A public marketplace

• A large estate owned by wealthy Romans

• A military training camp

• A small family farm

How did Roman expansion impact trade patterns?

• It eliminated the need for a standardized currency

• It facilitated trade across the Mediterranean

• It reduced the demand for agricultural produce

• It restricted trade to within the Italian Peninsula

What was the purpose of Roman roads?

• To separate different regions of the empire

• To facilitate the movement of soldiers and goods

• To serve as a place for public gatherings

• To mark the boundaries of Roman territory