Roman Republic Formation
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Who ruled over Rome before the Roman Republic was established?

  • Roman Assemblies
  • Etruscan kings (correct)
  • Wealthy Roman citizens
  • Roman consuls

    • What event led to the establishment of the Roman Republic in 509 BCE?

  • The formation of the Roman Assemblies
  • The deposition of the Etruscan king (correct)
  • The election of Roman consuls
  • A revolt by the wealthy citizens

    • Who was one of the key figures in leading the Romans to depose the Etruscan king in 509 BCE?

  • Lucius Tarquinius Superbus
  • The wealthy citizens
  • The Roman Assemblies
  • Lucius Junius Brutus (correct)

    • What role did the Assemblies have in the Roman Republic?

    <p>To represent the people and decide on important issues</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the Romans prevent a ruler from having too much power in the Roman Republic?

    <p>By having two consuls with checks on each other</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary reason for the establishment of the Roman Republic in 509 BCE?

    <p>To depose an oppressive king and gain freedom</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What governmental system replaced the rule of Etruscan kings in Rome?

    <p>Republic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the key reason behind the Roman Republic's military success?

    <p>Wealthy Roman men formed the majority of the military</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a significant difference between the Roman Republic and the Roman Empire?

    <p>Government structure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who were the only people allowed to lead in the Roman Republic's government?

    <p>Patricians, the wealthy class</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Leading military armies to war</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which assembly in the Roman Republic consisted of ordinary citizens or plebeians?

    <p>Tribal Assembly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a unique feature of Rome's treatment towards conquered territories?

    <p>Respecting existing political institutions and cultures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who became Rome's first emperor and changed the government from a Republic to an Empire?

    <p>Augustus (Octavian)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did wealthy Roman men form the majority of Rome's military?

    <p>Only they could afford required weapons</p> Signup and view all the answers

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