Roman Rebublic Flashcards
1
Q
When/how did the roman republic start?
A
In 509bc, people did not like a king so much they drove him out
2
Q
Whats a rebublic
A
A country without a monarch
3
Q
How many consuls could there be
A
2
4
Q
How long could a consul be a consul
A
1 year
5
Q
What was the most important job in the roman government be
A
A consul
6
Q
Who did the consuls get advice from
A
The senates
7
Q
Did the senates get paid
A
No they were usually very rich
8
Q
Who were allowed to vote
A
Citizens
9
Q
Who are the poor citizens
A
Plebeians
10
Q
Who are the rich citizens
A
Patricians
11
Q
What do plebeians do for work
A
Farmers, merchants and craftsmen
12
Q
Who were not allowed to vote
A
Women slaves and poorest workers
