11 Questions
Who founded Rome in 753 B.C.?
Romulus and Remus
What was the significance of the Forum in Roman political life?
The center of Roman political life
What did the Romans vow to never allow again after the overthrow of Tarquin the Proud in 509 B.C.?
To allow themselves to be ruled by a tyrant
What was the main difference between patricians and plebeians?
Wealth and land ownership
What was the role of the tribunes in ancient Rome?
To protect the rights and interests of the plebeians
What is the definition of a republic?
A system of government where ultimate power rests with citizens who vote to elect their leaders
What was the purpose of carving the laws of the state on tablets and posting them in the Forum?
To serve as the basis for subsequent Roman laws
What was the term limit for the elected Consuls in ancient Rome?
One year, with no chance for re-election for ten years
What was the main function of the Senate in ancient Rome?
To advise the Consuls and evaluate legislation, and control foreign and financial affairs
What was the main difference between the Centuriate Assembly and the Tribal Assembly?
The Centuriate Assembly was grouped by class, while the Tribal Assembly was grouped by region
What was the requirement for citizens to serve in the army in ancient Rome?
Only land-owning citizens were required to serve
Learn about the mythical and historical origins of the Roman Republic, including the legend of Romulus and Remus, the Etruscan influence, and the development of the Republic.
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