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Formation and Characteristics of the Roman Republic

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What was the main reason behind the Roman people’s decision to establish a republic?

Foreign invaders threatened to overthrow the Roman monarchy.

The Roman people wanted to have a more centralized form of government.

The Roman army refused to follow the orders of the king.

The kings had become unpopular due to their oppressive and corrupt behavior. (correct)

Which individual played a key role in leading the Romans to exile Tarquin the Proud?

Tarquin's eldest son

Lucretia's widowed husband (correct)

Julius Caesar

Aristotle

What concept was at the core of the reforms that transformed the old Roman monarchy into a republic?

Totalitarianism

Absolute monarchy

Feudalism

Checks and balances (correct)

What term best describes the meaning of 'Republic' in the context of ancient Rome?

'Public thing' Signup and view all the answers

Which group within the Roman Republic was responsible for ensuring that every official was held accountable to the public and the state?

The Senate Signup and view all the answers

What did Romans want to avoid by implementing checks and balances within their government?

Concentration of power in one individual Signup and view all the answers

Why did the Romans decide to replace their king with two consuls?

To divide the responsibilities of leadership between two people. Signup and view all the answers

What issue did the Romans face regarding leadership and decision-making?

Split-second decisions and need for unquestioned authority. Signup and view all the answers

What was the main concern that motivated the reforms of the Roman Republic?

Avoiding absolute power in the hands of one person. Signup and view all the answers

Why did the Romans introduce a system where one consul could veto the other?

To promote a system of checks and balances. Signup and view all the answers

What was the term limit imposed on each consul in ancient Rome?

One year with a 10-year gap before serving another term. Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect of leadership during war influenced the Roman decision to have two consuls?

Requirement for split-second decisions and unquestioned authority. Signup and view all the answers