Roman Republic Quiz

Who were the members of the Senate in the Roman Republic?

• Patricians

• Plebeians

• Consuls

• Dictators

In the Roman Republic, the Assembly was elected by Romans from the ______ class.

How long was the term for a consul in the Roman Republic?

• 1 year

• 2 years

• Life term

• 6 months

What power did the consuls have in an emergency?

• Declare war

• Choose a dictator

• Approve laws

• Elect senators

Who elected the 2 consuls in the Roman Republic?

• Senate

• Assembly

• Patricians

• Plebeians

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

• Elected government officials

• Directed spending, including tax dollars

• Commanded the army

• Declared war or peace

What did the consuls do in the Roman Republic?

• Advised the Assembly

• Directed spending

• Acted as judges

• Chose the Senators

What was the main function of the Assembly in the Roman Republic?

• Advised the consuls

• Directed spending

• Elected government officials

• Commanded the army

What did the consuls have to do to make decisions?

• Agree on their decisions

• Consult the Assembly

• Consult the Senate

• Declare war

What power did each consul have over the other?

• Veto

• Declare war

• Elect senators

• Approve laws