The Roman Republic
The establishment of a representative government and the struggle between Patricians and Plebeians.
Key Questions
- 1What were the "Checks and Balances" in the Roman Republican system?
- 2How did the Twelve Tables protect the rights of common citizens?
- 3Why did Rome transition from a Republic to an Empire?
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