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Roman Republic vs. US Government Comparison

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Roman Republic vs. US Government Comparison

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Which of the following is a comparison of the Roman Republic and the US Government?

Both had a Senate (correct)

Both have 3 branches (correct)

Both had a Supreme Court (correct)

Both decided districts of representatives based on population (correct)

The Senate in the Roman Republic had more power than the US Senate.

True

In the Roman Republic, who could be a citizen?

Only males that are descendants of Romans

What were the first causes of the Punic Wars?

Rome fought for control of Sicily and Carthage also was involved Signup and view all the answers

What were the second cause of the Punic Wars?

Hannibal crossed the Po River and defeated a Roman legion Signup and view all the answers

What was the third cause of the Punic Wars?

Carthage illegally attached a neighbor for use as an excuse for war Signup and view all the answers

What were the effects of the Punic Wars?

Italy, Sicily, and other islands were won over by Rome, Carthage gave up all colonies, and had to pay indemnity Signup and view all the answers

What three things did the Punic Wars prove?

Rome controls the Mediterranean sea, Rome starts empire building, and Carthage is gone, but the damage by Hannibal cause problems Signup and view all the answers

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Roman Republic vs. US Govt. Comparison

Executive: President + Consuls (Command military, administer laws)
Legislative: Senate (Both had a Senate, in which house of Reps/Assembly, and decided on pop)
Judicial: Praetors + Supreme Court (Both judged laws and judicial responsibilities)
Overall: Head terms - direct democracy

Contrasts

Length of terms: Different
Senate in Rome has power (controls budget), in US, passes laws; the executive executes.
Citizen Requirements: Different (Roman - 15+, US - 18+)
Roman: only males; US: all humans

Causes and Effects of the Punic Wars

1st Punic War: Rome fought for control over Sicily, Carthage loses battles
2nd Punic War: Hannibal crossed Alps, defeated Roman legions; Carthage gave up colonies and had to pay Rome an indemnity
3rd Punic War: Carthage illegally attacked a Roman neighbor (used it as an excuse for war) and was destroyed, with Carthaginians killed or enslaved.

Overall

Rome controls Mediterranean Sea (expansion of land + power)
Carthage is destroyed by Hannibal's damage, causing problems for the Republic

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Explore the structures and functions of the Roman Republic compared to the modern US government. This quiz dives into the roles of the executive, legislative, and judicial branches, highlighting key differences and similarities. Additionally, examine the historical context and impacts of the Punic Wars on Roman governance.