Question

Which of the following best describes the political system of the Roman Republic before the era of the civil wars? Select one:

a. It was a limited monarchy.
b. The military controlled the state.
c. It had three main components: the consuls, the Senate, and the Assemblies.
d. It had two main components: the Senate and the army.
e. It was modeled on Athenian democracy.

Answer 1

c. It had three main components: the consuls, the Senate, and the Assemblies.

Step-by-step explanation:

Prior to the era of the Civil War, the Roman society was governed by three bodies of government named as:

• Senate: it is composed of the wealthy merchants, nobles, etc who were chosen by Consuls and appointed for a lifetime. They made laws.

• Consuls: These are the members who are chosen by the Roman citizens for one year and only 2 were elected each year. They controlled the army.

• Assembly: It is consisted of the Roman citizens and work as an advisory body.