CKLA Unit 4 Lesson 4 Read Aloud

What significant change in governance occurred in Rome around 500 BCE?

• The city was conquered by Greek forces.

• A new king was crowned.

• The Etruscan monarchy was overthrown and a republic was established.

• A natural disaster destroyed the city.

In the Roman Republic, who were the two elected officials responsible for making final decisions on laws and commanding the army?

• Senators

• Kings

• Consuls

• Tribunes

What Latin term describes the power one Roman Consul had to forbid a decision made by the other Consul?

• Imperium

• Veto

• Edict

• Proconsul

Which social class in the Roman Republic consisted of the wealthy, powerful elite who held significant political influence, including often becoming Senators?

• Plebians

• Slaves

• Patricians

• Freedmen

Are you enjoying the video lesson?

• Yes

• No

What was a key difference in the legal treatment of Patricians and Plebeians in ancient Rome?

• Patricians could freely insult or attack Plebeians, but Plebeians faced severe consequences for doing the same.

• Plebeians could own property, while Patricians could not.

• Patricians were not allowed to vote, but Plebeians were.

• Plebeians had more political power than Patricians.

What was a significant consequence of Roman farmers producing a surplus of food?

• It led to a decrease in the overall population of Rome.

• It allowed other Romans to specialize in crafts and trades.

• It caused widespread food waste and economic instability.

• It resulted in farmers gaining complete political control.

What was the primary purpose of the Roman Forum?

• It served exclusively as a residential area for the elite.

• It was solely a military training ground for Roman soldiers.

• It functioned as a central gathering place for culture, economy, politics, and religion.

• It was a private garden for the Emperor.

Which statement accurately describes the status of slaves in ancient Rome?

• Slaves were considered full Roman citizens with voting rights.

• Slaves had the freedom to choose their jobs and where to live.

• Slaves were considered property and could not insult or attack Roman citizens without consequences.

• Slaves were typically from wealthy Roman families who had fallen on hard times.