Roman Republic #1

The voting process involved individual groups making decisions based on majority rule. Fill in the blank: ___

Who was overthrown by nobles to establish the Roman Republic in 509 BCE?

• King Tarquin the Proud

• Julius Caesar

• Emperor Augustus

• Hannibal Barca

The Senate consisted of former magistrates who advised current leaders. The Senate was made up of former ________.

Which social classes were eligible for Roman citizenship?

• Patricians and plebeians

• Emperors and senators

• Slaves and foreigners

• Women and children

The assemblies were composed of adult male citizens who elected magistrates and voted on laws. The assemblies were composed of adult male citizens who elected magistrates and voted on laws.

What were the three main components of the tripartite government in the Roman Republic?

• Magistrates, Tribunes, and Assemblies

• Senators, Consuls, and Assemblies

• Emperors, Senators, and Tribunes

• Magistrates, the Senate, and Assemblies

What were the responsibilities of magistrates in the Roman Republic?

• Judicial duties

• Military command

• Financial oversight

• Religious ceremonies