Chapter 11-2: Roman Republic

Which social class in Rome had the majority of power in the government?

• Patricians

• Plebeians

• Praetors

• Centurions

Which branch's members served one year terms?

• Magistrates

• Senate

• Assemblies

Which branch was the only branch that includes plebeian representatives in it?

• Magistrates

• Senate

• Assemblies

Which statement best describes "checks and balances"?

• A system that gives each branch the ability to take actions that prevent an abuse of power from other branches.

• A series of battle formations that the Roman legions used when fighting.

• A system that guarantees members of the Roman government will be better pay raises.

• A system of government that is split into three different parts to help society function.

Which branch administrates Rome and the rest of its territories?

• Magistrates

• Senate

• Assemblies

Which branch gives advice to other members of the government on various issues?

• Magistrates

• Senate

• Assemblies

Members of the Senate serve 10 year terms before having to run for reelection.

• True

• False

Which branch judged court cases?

• Magistrates

• Senate

• Assemblies

Which branch passed or rejected laws?

• Magistrates

• Senate

• Assemblies

Which branch chose the members of the Magistrates?

• Magistrates

• Senate

• Assemblies