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WorksheetsRoman Republic Test 2022
Total questions: 16
Worksheet time: 8mins
The chart shows parts of the Roman Twelve Tables.
Which concept is illustrated by these aspects of the Twelve Tables?
rule of law
separation of powers
republican government
innocent until proven guilty
How did the Roman Republic affect the American system of government?
It impacted decisions related to social classes, which gave the wealthy more civic rights.
It influenced the creation of a representative government, in which people can affect
decisions.
It allowed state governments to have certain powers while giving other powers to the
federal government.
It established the foundation that provides for the separation of church and state in the
federal government.
The table shows multiple alphabets.
Which of the following best supports a rationale for the impact ancient writing had on present-
day English alphabet symbols?
The Greeks borrowed many ideas from the Romans.
The civilizations all practiced the same religion, therefore they used the same alphabet.
The English language and alphabet served as a basis for the other alphabets in the chart.
Phoenician goods and ideas spread as a result of trade and influenced the alphabets of
other civilizations.
The excerpt describes the Phoenicians.
Based on the excerpt, what can you infer about the impact of the Phoenicians on the
Mediterranean World?
Phoenicia was the wealthiest civilization during this era.
Phoenicia simplified trading by popularizing the Greek alphabet.
Phoenicia conquered multiple civilizations, which opened new trade routes.
Phoenicia’s success with trade allowed goods and ideas to spread throughout the region.
The text below describes a part of Julius Caesars' life.
"Even yet we may draw back; but once cross yon little bridge, and the whole issue is with the
sword... Take we the course which the signs of the gods and false dealing of our foes point
out. The die is cast."
from Life of Julius Caesar by Suetonius
As he prepared to lead his army across the Rubicon River, what is the impact Julius Caesar
wanted to make with the following statement?
His decision to disobey the Senate and start a civil war could not be reversed.
His intention to capture all of Italy might cause him to feel the wrath of the gods.
His vision of crossing the Rubicon River meant that the army should return to Rome.
His leadership was questioned by the Senate but supported by the people of Rome.
What allowed Rome to go on to become the most powerful empire in the region after the final
defeat of Carthage?
Rome copied Hannibal’s strategies in order to increase the power of their military.
Rome developed a navy that was strong enough to challenge surrounding countries.
Rome had more military strength to devote to conquering and controlling other territories.
Rome was confident from the victory over Carthage and wanted to challenge surrounding
countries.
Read the paragraph below.
The Roman ideal was the citizen/soldier/farmer. The citizen was a rational man who discussed
political issues and voted. The farmer was a hardworking and practical man who worked the land
with his hands. The soldier was a courageous, strong man who obeyed orders and was willing to lay
down his life in the name of the Republic.
Which of the following democratic principles is best reflected in this paragraph?
civic duty
rule of law
individual rights
popular sovereignty
The Founders modeled much of the United States government on the Roman government.
What reason might they have had for adopting aspects of the Roman system?
The Romans abolished the separation of powers to make the government run more
efficiently.
The Romans had created an executive branch to allow the people more voice in how the
government operated.
They believed that separating the powers of the branches would help avoid struggles and
conflicts between them.
They believed that splitting the duties of lawmaking between two branches would make it
easier for laws to be written.
Use the outline below to answer the following question.
Which statement best completes the chart?
More power is given to the tribunes
Conflicts between conquered territories
Professional military not loyal to the republic
Only property owners could serve in the military
How did Tiberius and Gaius Gracchus attempt to improve the state of the Roman Republic?
They implemented the idea of bread and circuses to appease the poor.
They created a professional military by paying landless soldiers for their service.
They reduced the power of the tribunes and gave the senators more responsibilities.
They urged the wealthy to stop taking over small farms and to give some of their land to
the poor.
Which answer choice best explains the major cause of the Punic Wars?
Christians and Muslims battled over Jerusalem.
It was an attempt for Persia and Rome to build Empires.
Greece and Athens each wanted control over the Persian Empire.
Rome and Carthage fought for the control of trade routes in North Africa.
The painting is entitled Morte di Giulio Cesare (Death of Julius Caesar). Use the painting
to answer any questions that follow.
Which of the following explains the reasoning for the actions in the image above?
Caesar disobeyed the Senate and led his army to Rome.
Caesar’s reforms were unpopular with the poor Roman citizens.
The Senate wanted a new dictator to take power over the Roman Republic.
The Senate was unhappy with Caesar’s actions and believed he wanted to be a king.
Use the diagram to answer the following question.
Which describes the impact of the government of the Roman Republic?
It led to the defeat of Rome in the Punic Wars.
It led to a new government led by a singular ruler.
It decreased the political power of the Roman people.
It contributed to the development of democratic principles.
How did Roman political structures limit the influence of the poor?
Plebeians were unable to become consuls during the Roman Republic.
The legislative bodies of Rome were entirely controlled by the patricians.
Patricians denied Tribunes the right to veto decisions related to politics and economics.
While all male citizens were considered equal, patricians held most of the political power.
Use the image to answer the following question.
Which democratic principle is illustrated in this image?
Pax Romana
individual rights
rise of colonization
separation of powers
Use the Social Pyramid to answer the following question.
What can you infer about the social structure of the Roman Republic?
Slaves could earn or buy their freedom.
Freedmen had the rights and responsibilities of a citizen.
Patricians shared the political power with all the social classes.
Plebeians were able to participate in all branches of government.
