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10.2 The Government of the Republic

10.2 The Government of the Republic. Principles of Roman Government. Constitution Unwritten Based on tradition & customs Separation of Powers Keeps any one person from becoming too powerful Did not want another king who would abuse power Power was divided into 3 branches

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10.2 The Government of the Republic

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  1. 10.2The Government of the Republic

  2. Principles of Roman Government • Constitution • Unwritten • Based on tradition & customs • Separation of Powers • Keeps any one person from becoming too powerful • Did not want another king who would abuse power • Power was divided into 3 branches • Checks and Balances • The power was also lessoned through this idea • That each branch had some power over the others

  3. Roman Citizens • Free men ONLY • Had rights • To a trial • To vote • Also had responsibilities • Serve in the army (if you could afford armor) • Civic duties, like voting and serving on juries

  4. The Assemblies and Senate • The Assemblies • The most democratic portion of Roman gov. • All citizens could vote here • Wealthy citizens’ votes counted more than those of the poor • They elected officials (representatives) and passed laws • The Senate • Like an oligarchy • Chosen from the richest and most famous Romans • Advised the other parts of the gov. • Most powerful part of Roman gov.

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