Roman Republic Flashcards
(7 cards)
1
Q
When did Rome abolish the monarchy?
A
509BC
2
Q
What’s a republic?
A
A country without a monarchy
3
Q
What were the rulers called ?
A
Consuls
4
Q
How many consuls were at a time ?
A
2
5
Q
Why did they have 2 consuls ?
A
To avoid corruption and greed from spreading,the power was shared by 2 consuls.
6
Q
Who were the poorer peasants called in Roman society ?
A
Plebians
7
Q
What was the Senate
A
