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Government and Society Quiz

Total questions: 9

Worksheet time: 5mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is a Republic?

a)

A form of government where people rule themselves through elected representatives

b)

A government ruled by a king or queen

c)

A system where only the wealthy have power

d)

A dictatorship with one leader

2.

What does the term "Tripartite" mean?

a)

Having three parts

b)

A two-party system

c)

A single ruler

d)

A four-part division

3.

What were the Twelve Tables?

a)

Written laws that applied equally to all people

b)

A list of Roman gods

c)

A collection of Roman myths

d)

A set of military strategies

4.

What is the Rule of Law?

a)

The principle that laws apply to all people equally

b)

A rule that only the wealthy must follow

c)

A guideline for military conduct

d)

A law that applies only to foreigners

5.

What was the role of the Senate in the Roman government?

a)

Mostly patricians, served for life

b)

Elected by the plebeians

c)

A temporary advisory council

d)

A group of military leaders

6.

What were the requirements for Roman citizenship for males?

a)

Had a parent who was a citizen or were freed from slavery

b)

Owned land

c)

Served in the military

d)

Paid a special tax

7.

What was the purpose of the Twelve Tables?

a)

To establish a monarchy

b)

To ensure fair treatment for all classes

c)

To create new military strategies

d)

To build new roads

8.

Where were the Twelve Tables posted?

a)

In the Roman Senate

b)

In the Roman marketplace

c)

In the Emperor's palace

d)

In the Colosseum

9.

What is one of the required responsibilities listed under civic duties?

a)

Owning a business

b)

Military service

c)

Traveling

d)

Learning a trade