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What form of government did the Romans establish?
What form of government did the Romans establish?
a republic
What is the main difference between a republic and a democracy?
What is the main difference between a republic and a democracy?
In a republic, citizens elect others to represent them in government, while in a democracy, every citizen is expected to play a part in running the country.
When did the Romans overthrow the Etruscans?
When did the Romans overthrow the Etruscans?
509 B.C.
Who ruled over the Romans before they established their republic?
Who ruled over the Romans before they established their republic?
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What was the requirement for becoming a citizen of Rome?
What was the requirement for becoming a citizen of Rome?
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What were the key characteristics of the Roman republic?
What were the key characteristics of the Roman republic?
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How did the government of the United States draw inspiration from Rome's model?
How did the government of the United States draw inspiration from Rome's model?
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What event led to the establishment of the Roman republic?
What event led to the establishment of the Roman republic?
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What distinguished a republic from a democracy in ancient Rome?
What distinguished a republic from a democracy in ancient Rome?
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What were the requirements for Roman citizenship?
What were the requirements for Roman citizenship?
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Study Notes
The Roman Republic
- The Romans established a republic in 509 B.C. after overthrowing the Etruscans, who had ruled over them for hundreds of years.
- In a republic, citizens elect representatives to govern on their behalf, a system that was later copied by many countries.
Roman Citizenship
- All males over 15 from the original tribes of Rome became citizens.
- Citizens wore togas, mostly white, to distinguish themselves from enslaved people and noncitizens.
- Citizenship had varying levels, with some having full rights while others had limitations on voting, holding government jobs, or conducting business.
Republic vs. Democracy
- A republic is distinct from a democracy, where every citizen is expected to participate in governing the country.
- In a republic, citizens elect representatives to make decisions on their behalf.
Legacy of the Roman Republic
- The government of the United States was partly based on the Roman republic's model.
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Test your knowledge on the Roman Republic and its influence on modern governments. Discover how the Romans established this unique form of government and its lasting impact on the world. Challenge yourself with questions on the overthrow of the Etruscans and the legacy of the Roman Republic.