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Who founded the city of Rome?
Who founded the city of Rome?
- The Latins (correct)
- The Egyptians
- The Etruscans
- The Greeks
What type of government did Romans establish after overthrowing the Etruscan king?
What type of government did Romans establish after overthrowing the Etruscan king?
- Republic (correct)
- Monarchy
- Communism
- Dictatorship
Which group in Roman society were the common farmers, artisans, and merchants?
Which group in Roman society were the common farmers, artisans, and merchants?
- Etruscans
- Greeks
- Patricians
- Plebeians (correct)
Who were the aristocratic landowners who held most of the power in Rome's early republic?
Who were the aristocratic landowners who held most of the power in Rome's early republic?
What set of rules formed the basis for Roman law?
What set of rules formed the basis for Roman law?
How many consuls were elected each year to lead the Roman government and army?
How many consuls were elected each year to lead the Roman government and army?
What type of leader was appointed in times of crisis in the Roman Republic?
What type of leader was appointed in times of crisis in the Roman Republic?
How were Roman soldiers organized into military units?
How were Roman soldiers organized into military units?
What event marked the beginning of Rome's expansion in the 4th century B.C.?
What event marked the beginning of Rome's expansion in the 4th century B.C.?
Who was the Carthaginian general who invaded northern Italy during the Second Punic War?
Who was the Carthaginian general who invaded northern Italy during the Second Punic War?
What was the outcome for Carthage after the Third Punic War?
What was the outcome for Carthage after the Third Punic War?
What conflict brought Rome into direct opposition with Carthage?
What conflict brought Rome into direct opposition with Carthage?
