SS - 8 Ancient Rome 2) Ancient Rome: The Roman Republic

The Plebeians threatened to leave the Patricians and start their own city because:

• they wanted more political power and rights.

• they were seeking better trade opportunities.

• they were forced by external invaders.

• they wanted to explore new lands.

Who had rights in the Roman government?

• Only Roman citizens

• All residents of Rome

• Only the Roman Senate

• Foreigners living in Rome

The Punic Wars were fought over control of which region?

• Sicily

• Gaul

• Egypt

• Britain

Hannibal was able to win three battles against Rome because of his:

• Superior numbers

• Innovative tactics

• Roman allies

• Geographical advantage

Who wins the Punic Wars?

• Rome

• Carthage

• Greece

• Egypt

Where were the Roman laws placed?

• In the Roman Forum

• In the Colosseum

• In the Pantheon

• In the Circus Maximus

Who held the ruling power in the Roman Republic and why?

• The Senate, because it was composed of elected representatives who made decisions on behalf of the citizens.

• The Emperor, because he had absolute control over the government and military.

• The Consuls, because they were the highest elected officials and led the government.

• The Assembly, because it was a gathering of all Roman citizens who voted on laws.

What is a republic?

• A republic is a form of government where officials are elected by the people and must govern according to the law.
• A republic is a system where citizens have no say in governance.
• A republic is a government run by a single dictator without laws.
• A republic is a type of monarchy where the king is elected.

Who are the plebians?

• The soldiers of ancient Rome.
• The common people of ancient Rome

  farmers, artisans and merchants

• The wealthy elite of ancient Rome.
• The rulers of ancient Rome.

What were the three important centers of trade in Ancient Rome?

• Carthage
• Byzantium
• Syracuse
• Rome, Carthage, Alexandria