Roman dictator

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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Write what each word means, using the article.

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1. Who wrote Roman dictator?Typically appointed by a consul, often upon Senate recommendation
2. What is the office type?Extraordinary Magistracy
3. What is the legal term limit?Six months, or until the specific crisis was resolved
4. How long could a Roman dictator stay in power?A dictator could serve for no more than six months, and only as long as the crisis needed.
5. Who could choose a Roman dictator?A consul could appoint a dictator, usually after the Senate suggested it.

Extraordinary Magistrate: An official appointed for special circumstances, outside the normal cursus honorum.
Mandate: The official authority or commission granted to an individual to perform a specific task or role.
Tribunes of the Plebs: Officials elected to protect the rights and interests of the common people (plebeians).