12 Questions
Who founded the city of Rome?
The Latins
What type of government did Romans establish after overthrowing the Etruscan king?
Republic
Which group in Roman society were the common farmers, artisans, and merchants?
Plebeians
Who were the aristocratic landowners who held most of the power in Rome's early republic?
Patricians
What set of rules formed the basis for Roman law?
The Twelve Tables
How many consuls were elected each year to lead the Roman government and army?
Two consuls
What type of leader was appointed in times of crisis in the Roman Republic?
Dictator with absolute power
How were Roman soldiers organized into military units?
Legions
What event marked the beginning of Rome's expansion in the 4th century B.C.?
Getting larger through capturing territories
Who was the Carthaginian general who invaded northern Italy during the Second Punic War?
Hannibal
What was the outcome for Carthage after the Third Punic War?
City destroyed and people enslaved
What conflict brought Rome into direct opposition with Carthage?
Punic Wars
Test your knowledge on the founding and governance of Rome. Learn about the Latin people's establishment of Rome in the center of Italy and how the city was governed after overthrowing the Etruscan king in 509 B.C.
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