Republic Period Flashcards
1
Q
What time period does the Republic Period cover?
A
509 - 27 BC
2
Q
Who is referred to as the ‘father of the country’?
A
Cicero
3
Q
What type of government was established during the Republic Period?
A
Republic government where citizens choose their own leaders based on laws
4
Q
What are the two main social classes in the Republic Period?
A
- Patricians
- Plebeians
5
Q
Who were the Patricians?
A
Wealthy aristocrats noble class
6
Q
Who were the Plebeians?
A
Everyone else
7
Q
What was a key characteristic of a Plebeian’s bloodline?
A
Born to rule
8
Q
What rights did both Patricians and Plebeians have?
A
- Right to vote
- Own land
- Pay taxes
9
Q
Who could hold political or religious offices in the Republic Period?
A
Only Patricians
