The Roman army divided its legions into ________.
Maniples- a unit of soldiers that formed a solid line across wide expanses of land
This is the name given to the wealthy land-owning elite in Roman society
Patricians
Politicians who moved from lower offices to higher offices followed a path called __________
the Race of Honors.
What was the Fourm?
an open area in a city filled with public buildings, temples, and markets.
Define "Constitution"
a system of rules by which a government is organized
These are the class of Roman commoners, usually farmers, merchants, artisans, and traders.
Plebians
Who was at the lowest office of the Race of Honors?
the quaestor (KWY-stor)
Which river allowed for trade but prevented attacks by the water?
The Tiber River
In government, what are checks and balances?
systems to limit the power of any one branch or position; setting limits on different parts of the government
Explain who could vote in the assembly and how their vote was counted.
Adult male citizens could vote in assemblies, though the votes of the wealthy usually counted for more than those of the poor.
If a citizen did well as a quaestor, he might seek election as an __________
aedile
What was the name of the region which provided a natural east-west trade route?
The Tiber Valley
What is a tripartite government? (hint: tri-part)
a government with three parts
Who made up the Senate?
The wealthiest and best-known older Roman man.
Who were the Tribunes?
They were plebeians who were elected to be protectors of the plebeians.
Rome is the capitol of what modern-day country?
Italy
The Roman Republic was heavily influenced by which neighboring culture?
Greek culture
List 3 rights and responsibilities of citizenship in Rome.
Possible answers:
Free men only
Could wear togas
Had to serve in the military
Had the right to vote
Had to pay taxes
Had to serve in the courts when asked to
No. They were supposed to guide the state- thought to be wiser than other citizens.
What were the consuls?
The top officials in Rome- they led the army, supervised the Senate and assemblies, and were the highest judges.