The Republic

High school (ages 12+)
Philosophy & Big Questions

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

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Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What kind of government does The Republic have?A system characterized by elected officials, a deliberative senate, and citizen assemblies
2. What is the founding date?Established in Rome circa 509 BCE, succeeding the Roman monarchy
3. What is the philosophical underpinnings?Emphasis on popular sovereignty, civic virtue, and the rule of law
4. What was the Roman Republic and when did it start?The Roman Republic began around 509 BCE when Romans ended the monarchy. It was a new way of ruling where citizens had a say.
5. How did the Romans share power in the Republic?They elected officials like consuls who served one year, had a Senate of former leaders, and used citizen assemblies to make laws.

Res Publica: Latin for 'public affair' or 'commonwealth,' signifying a government belonging to the people.
Civic Virtue: The dedication of citizens to the common welfare of their community or country.
Magistrates: Elected officials in the Roman Republic who held executive power and administrative responsibilities.
Suffrage: The right to vote in political elections.