The Roman Republic + Empire

Multiple Choice

In what year did the Romans create a republic?

• 753 BCE

• 509 BCE

• 476 CE

• 100 BCE

Open Ended

Why do you think the transition from monarchy to a republic was significant in the history of Ancient Rome?

Multiple Choice

Which group in Ancient Rome had the power to elect leaders in a republic?

• Citizens

• Senators

• Consuls

• Tribunes

Open Ended

Explain the role of the Senate in the government of Ancient Rome.

Multiple Choice

What was the purpose of the Twelve Tables in Ancient Rome?

• To record Rome's laws for all citizens to see

• To elect new consuls

• To collect taxes from citizens

• To organize military campaigns

Fill in the Blank

The Twelve Tables made clear how the law would be ___ to Roman citizens.

Open Ended

Compare the structure of the legislative branch in Ancient Rome and the United States. What are the main differences and similarities?

Multiple Select

Which of the following are similarities between the republican governments of Ancient Rome and the United States?

• Both have a Senate

• Both have a written legal code

• Both allow all adults to vote

• Both have three branches of government

Multiple Choice

What was a key difference between the Roman army and part-time soldiers such as farmers or merchants?

• The Roman army was made up of professional soldiers.

• The Roman army only fought during harvest season.

• The Roman army did not use any armor.

• The Roman army was not organized.

Fill in the Blank

The Roman soldiers were divided into groups of 5000 men called ___.

Multiple Select

Which of the following statements about Roman legions are correct?

• A legion consisted of about 5000 men.

• Legions were divided into smaller groups called centuries.

• Each century was commanded by a centurion.

• Legions were only used for defensive purposes.

Open Ended

How did the organization and size of the Roman military contribute to its success in the Mediterranean region?

Multiple Choice

What was the main advantage of the Roman military's highly organized command structure?

• It allowed legions to be rapidly deployed against the enemy.

• It made the army smaller and less effective.

• It prevented soldiers from using advanced weapons.

• It discouraged teamwork among soldiers.

Open Ended

Explain how advances in military technology, such as the ballista and catapulta, impacted the Roman army's ability to expand its territory.

Multiple Choice

Which two major powers fought in the Punic Wars, and where was Carthage located?

• Rome and Carthage; Carthage was located in northern Africa

• Rome and Greece; Carthage was located in southern Europe

• Rome and Egypt; Carthage was located in the Middle East

• Rome and Persia; Carthage was located in western Asia

Open Ended

Based on the map, describe Hannibal's route during the Punic Wars and explain its significance for the outcome of the conflict.

Multiple Choice

How many wars did the Carthaginians fight against the Romans, and approximately how long did these wars last?

• Three wars; about a hundred years

• Two wars; about fifty years

• Four wars; about two hundred years

• One war; about ten years

Multiple Select

Which of the following statements about Hannibal and the Second Punic War are correct?

• Hannibal was a Carthaginian general

• Hannibal invaded the Italian peninsula

• Hannibal captured Rome

• Hannibal nearly defeated the Romans

Fill in the Blank

The Romans completely ___ Carthage in their third war.

Open Ended

Explain how the defeat of Carthage affected the balance of power in the Mediterranean region.

Multiple Choice

What were some of the new problems faced by the Romans as they tried to control their massive territory?

• Managing diverse populations and cultures

• Maintaining communication across vast distances

• Defending long borders from invasions

• All of the above

Multiple Select

Which of the following were consequences of Rome's territorial expansion?

• Increase in the number of slaves

• Job shortages for Roman citizens

• Generals gaining more power than Senators

• All of the above

Fill in the Blank

The struggles for power in Rome led to a series of ___ wars between Romans.

Open Ended

Explain how the expansion of Roman territory led to social and economic problems within the Roman Republic.

Multiple Choice

Who emerged as a new political leader during the turmoil within the Roman Republic?

• Augustus

• Julius Caesar

• Pompey

• Cicero

Open Ended

What is one question you still have about the transition from monarchy to republic in Ancient Rome, or is there something more you would like to learn about the Roman government?

Multiple Choice

What form of government did the Romans establish in 509 BCE after being ruled by kings?

• Republic

• Democracy

• Monarchy

• Oligarchy