Why Rome had only 7 Kings

The transcript describes the tyrannical rule of Tarquin, who murdered his father-in-law and killed senators to secure his power. His son's threat to Lucretia led to a revolt led by Brutus, who defeated Tarquin and vowed that Rome would never again be ruled by a king.

How many kings ruled Rome before the monarchy ended?

• 7

• 8

• 6

• 5

What was one of the actions taken by the last king to secure his power?

• He reduced taxes for the citizens.

• He killed senators he suspected of disloyalty.

• He built a new palace.

• He expanded the Roman territory.

Who led the revolt against the last king of Rome?

• Julius Caesar

• Marcus Aurelius

• Brutus

• Nero

What event triggered the revolt against the king?

• A foreign invasion occurred.

• The king raised taxes.

• A famine struck Rome.

• The king's son threatened Lucretia.

What vow did Brutus make after defeating the king?

• To never allow a king to rule Rome again.

• To establish a new religion.

• To build a new capital.

• To expand the Roman Empire.