Identifying Key Roman Officials

Description

This learning resource provides an overview of the power structure within the Roman Republic, focusing on the roles and responsibilities of key officials such as consuls, senators, and tribunes. It aims to help students understand the distribution of power in this ancient political system. The resource includes a breakdown of the three branches of Roman government, activities for analyzing Roman officials, and primary source excerpts highlighting the duties of each role. Additionally, it encourages critical thinking through comparisons of the roles, a matching exercise, and reflections on the perspectives of Roman citizens regarding governmental power.