Roman Republic Government Overview

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In the Roman Republic, which branch of government was responsible for creating laws?

Judicial Branch
Dictator
Executive Branch
Legislative Branch (correct)

The Canadian government has a three-branch system similar to the Roman Republic's government.

True (A)

What was the role of the two consuls in the Roman Republic's government?

The two consuls ruled the Executive Branch, controlled the army, and made decisions for the republic.

In times of crisis, the Roman Republic could appoint a ______ with absolute rule.

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Match the Roman Republic government branches to their responsibilities:

<p>Legislative Branch = Creating laws Judicial Branch = Ensuring justice in the courts Executive Branch = Controlling the army and making decisions</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Legislative Branch

Responsible for creating laws; includes the powerful Senate of 300 members.

Judicial Branch

Consists of 8 judges overseeing court systems to ensure justice in provinces.

Executive Branch

Ruled by two consuls who control the army and make decisions; one can veto the other.

Consuls

Two elected leaders in the Executive Branch who oversee military and governance.

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Dictator

A leader with absolute power, temporarily chosen during times of crisis.

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Study Notes

Roman Republic Government

Roman Republic government had three branches: legislative, executive, and judicial.
Legislative Branch: responsible for creating laws (Senate - 300 members)
Judicial Branch: 8 judges oversaw courts in provinces of Rome
Executive Branch: Consuls (two leaders elected by the people) controlled the army, made decisions, could choose a dictator during crisis.

Branches of Government

The legislative branch creates laws.
The executive branch implements the laws and makes decisions.
The judicial branch interprets the laws.
These three branches work together to keep the government organized and maintain order in Rome.
This system influenced modern systems like Canada’s.