Roman Republic: Governance and Power

Roman Republic: Governance and Power

Assessment

Interactive Video

History

6th - 8th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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The video discusses the Roman Republic, its government structure, and its influence on modern democracies. It covers the roles of consuls, senators, plebeian councils, tribunes, governors, aediles, and censors. The Roman constitution, though unwritten, provided guidelines for governance. Social equality was limited, with power concentrated among the wealthy. The video concludes with comprehension questions to reinforce learning.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the Roman Republic's influence on modern governments?

It influenced modern democracies.

It had no influence.

It was only relevant to ancient Rome.

It was the basis for monarchies.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why were there two consuls in the Roman Republic?

To make decisions faster.

To prevent any one person from having too much power.

To allow for longer terms in office.

To ensure one could become a king.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the role of the Roman Senate?

To lead the army.

To declare war.

To advise the consuls.

To collect taxes.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who could veto laws made by the Roman Senate?

The consuls

The governors

The tribunes

The aediles

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary responsibility of Roman governors?

To organize public festivals

To manage local armies and collect taxes

To maintain public buildings

To lead the Senate

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the purpose of Roman aediles?

To lead the army

To collect taxes

To maintain public buildings and organize festivals

To advise the consuls

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the Roman constitution differ from modern constitutions?

It was a precise written document.

It was a set of guidelines passed down orally.

It was only for the wealthy.

It was identical to the U.S. Constitution.

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