Roman Republic and Empire Concepts

The video explores the success and influence of Ancient Rome, detailing its evolution from a kingdom to a republic and finally an empire. It explains the structure of Roman government, including the Senate and various political offices, and the transition to an empire under Augustus. The video also covers the administration of Roman provinces and the period of peace known as Pax Romana.

Which empire was more than four times larger than the Roman Empire but did not last as long?

• British Empire

• Mongol Empire

• Persian Empire

• Ottoman Empire

What were the two main classes of Roman citizens aside from slaves?

• Nobles and Commoners

• Senators and Citizens

• Patricians and Plebeians

• Knights and Peasants

Who generally made up the Roman Senate?

• Slaves

• Foreigners

• Plebeians

• Patricians

Which assembly elected the Consuls in the Roman Republic?

• Senate

• Centuriate Assembly

• Plebeian Council

• Tribal Assembly

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

• Leading the military

• Managing financial affairs

• Judging Roman law

• Maintaining public morality

During a military emergency, who could the Consuls appoint for six months?

• General

• Emperor

• Senator

• Dictator

What title did Augustus prefer instead of 'king'?

• Imperator

• Princeps Civitatis

• Consul

• Dictator

How were the provinces categorized under Emperor Augustus?

• Military and Civil

• Senatorial and Imperial

• Urban and Rural

• Northern and Southern

Who ruled the Senatorial provinces?

• Proconsuls

• Tribunes

• Governors

• Legates

What was the period of internal peace and stability in the Roman Empire called?

• Pax Romana

• Roman Tranquility

• Golden Age

• Augustan Peace