Ancient Roman Government

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What was the name of the lower class of Ancient Rome?

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plebeians

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What was the name of the upper class in Ancient Rome?

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patricians

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What type of government did the Roman Republic have?

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Representative Democracy

Front

How long could consuls be in power?

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1 year

Front

What vocabulary word means "to reject" or "say no"?

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veto

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What's the defining difference between a Patrician and a Plebeian?

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Their income and status

Front

Why were the Twelve Tables created?

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To provide written laws for all Romans to follow.

Front

________are 2 officials elected by the senators who serve for 1-year terms.

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Consuls

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What does the senate do?

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Makes laws

Front

The Twelve Table of Rome were posted publicly for all to see. Why is this an important benefit to Roman people?

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Everyone knew what the laws were so the courts had to be more fair with their judgements