Government
What is the highest position in Roman government?
The Consul.
What was the code of laws called in Rome?
The Twelve Tables.
What are the two main social classes in Rome?
Patricians and Plebeians.
What did Romans eat?
Bread, fruits, vegetables, meat, and fish.
What is the role of the Senate?
To advise the consuls and create laws.
What does "innocent until proven guilty" mean?
A principle that ensures a person is considered innocent until evidence proves otherwise.
What was the role of a patrician?
They were wealthy landowners who held most of the power in government.
What was a common Roman dress?
The toga for men and the stola for women.
What system did Romans use for laws?
The legal system based on written laws and codes.
What were the Twelve Tables?
The earliest attempt to create a code of law in Rome.
Who were the plebeians?
The common people of Rome, including farmers, artisans, and merchants.
What type of entertainment did Romans enjoy?
Gladiator games, theater, and chariot races.
Who were the consuls?
The elected leaders who served as heads of government and military commanders.
How did judges decide cases?
Based on evidence and the laws established in the Twelve Tables.
What privileges did patricians have?
They could hold political office and had more rights than plebeians.
How were homes different for classes?
Patricians lived in large, luxurious homes while plebeians lived in smaller, simpler houses.
What is a republic?
A form of government in which citizens elect representatives to make decisions for them.
What is the importance of legal representation?
It ensures that individuals have the right to defend themselves in court.
How did social class affect daily life?
It influenced access to education, job opportunities, and legal rights.
What was the significance of baths in Roman culture?
They were places for socializing, relaxation, and hygiene.