Quiz on the Roman Republic

Who was the Etruscan king overthrown by the Romans in 509 B.C.?

• Augustus

• Nero

• Julius Caesar

• Tarquin the Proud

What form of government did Rome establish after overthrowing Tarquin?

• Monarchy

• Republic

• Empire

• Democracy

In the Roman Republic, who were considered citizens?

• All residents of Rome

• Only free adult males

• Only Plebeians

• Only Patricians

What was the main demand of the Plebeians during the Conflict of Orders?

• Lower taxes

• Military power

• More political representation

• More land

What were the Twelve Tables?

• A collection of Roman myths

• A series of battles

• A group of Roman gods

• A set of laws carved into bronze tablets

Who were the Tribunes in the Roman Republic?

• Foreign ambassadors

• Representatives elected by the Plebeians

• Military leaders

• Religious priests

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

• To serve as judges

• To make laws

• To head the executive branch

• To lead the army

How many members were in the Roman Senate?

• 100

• 400

• 200

• 300

What was the purpose of checks and balances in the Roman Republic?

• To improve trade

• To expand the empire

• To prevent any one branch from becoming too powerful

• To increase taxes

Who could serve in the Roman Senate over time?

• Only Plebeians

• Only Patricians

• Only Consuls

• Both Patricians and Plebeians