The Rise and Governance of the Roman Republic

The video reviews the Roman Republic's rise, governance, and expansion. It covers the transition from monarchy to republic, the social structure of patricians and plebeians, and the development of the Twelve Tables law code. The tripartite government system is explained, highlighting the roles of consuls, the senate, and the people's assembly. The video also discusses Rome's territorial expansion and the Punic Wars with Carthage. It concludes with review questions and a preview of the next part.

Who was the last king of Rome before it became a republic?

• Romulus

• Augustus

• Julius Caesar

• Lucius Tarquinius Superbus

What was the term used for the ruling power of the monarchy in Rome?

• Consulatus

• Imperium

• Senatus

• Praetorium

Which group was known as the common people in Roman society?

• Patricians

• Plebeians

• Senators

• Equestrians

What was the first published law code of Rome called?

• The Twelve Tables

• The Roman Constitution

• The Justinian Code

• The Lex Romana

Which branch of the Roman Republic was considered the monarchical element?

• Senate

• Consulate

• Praetors

• People's Assembly

What was the role of the praetor peregrinus?

• Judging disputes between citizens and non-citizens

• Leading military campaigns

• Managing the Roman treasury

• Overseeing religious ceremonies

Which assembly was NOT part of the Roman Republic's people's assembly?

• Tribal Assembly

• Centurion Assembly

• Plebeian Council

• Senatorial Assembly

What was the first major challenge to Rome's territorial expansion?

• The Etruscans

• The Punic Wars

• The Greek City-States

• The Gauls

Which territory did Rome acquire after the First Punic War?

• Corsica

• Spain

• Sicily

• Sardinia

Who was the Carthaginian general that retreated from Italy during the Second Punic War?

• Hasdrubal

• Scipio Africanus

• Mago

• Hannibal