Branches of the Roman Republic part 1

Who were considered citizens in the Roman Republic?

• All residents of Rome

• Only free Roman men

• Only patricians

• Women and slaves

What was the symbol of Roman citizenship?

• A laurel wreath

• A sword

• A toga

• A shield

Which of the following was NOT a right of Roman citizens?

• The right to vote

• The right to own slaves

• The right to a trial

• The right to serve in government

What responsibility did Roman citizens have?

• Writing laws

• Paying taxes

• Owning land

• Avoiding military service

What were the two main social classes of Roman citizens?

• Nobles and commoners

• Patricians and Plebeians

• Senators and soldiers

• Kings and merchants

What was the primary difference between Patricians and Plebeians?

• Patricians were from noble families, while Plebeians were commoners.

• Patricians were always poor, while Plebeians were wealthy.

• Patricians had no political power, while Plebeians controlled the Senate.

• Patricians were farmers, while Plebeians were warriors.

What role did the Assemblies play in the Roman government?

• They advised the Senate.

• They acted as a monarchy.

• They elected officials and passed laws.

• They controlled foreign policy.

How was voting structured in the Roman Assemblies?

• Every citizen had an equal vote.

• The votes of the wealthy counted for more than those of the poor.

• Only patricians were allowed to vote.

• Women could vote in special cases.

How did the Senate function in the Roman government?

• As a direct democracy

• As an oligarchy

• As a dictatorship

• As a monarchy

What was the most powerful part of the Roman government?

• The Assemblies

• The Magistrates

• The Senate

• The Military