The Republic Flashcards
This was the top government office in the Roman Republic.
The Consuls
How many Consuls were there in the Roman Republic? Why?
There were two Consuls. This was to help prevent any one man from gaining too much power.
What is the Latin term for “I forbid”?
Veto
The Roman Republic was set up to prevent any one branch of government from gaining too much power. What is this system called?
Checks and Balances
What type of people made up the Senate?
It was made up of 300 patrician men.
Describe who patricians were.
Patricians were wealthy landowners. They formed the political class in the Roman Republic, and they held most of the power.
Describe who plebeians were.
Plebeians were the ordinary citizens of Rome. They were the shopkeepers, craftsmen, and small farmers, and they made up the majority of Rome’s citizens.
What does the term “common welfare” mean?
“Common welfare” is something that is good for everyone in a society.
What is the defining feature of a republican form of government?
A republic has representatives that are elected by citizens. These representatives “represent” the interests of the people that elected them.
What is civic virtue?
Civic virtue is when you work towards the common welfare - helping out your community.
