When the Romans established a republic in 509 B.C.E., what did this new form of government mean for its citizens?

A single king would continue to rule with absolute power.

All adult residents, including foreigners, could vote on laws.

Citizens could elect leaders to govern on their behalf.

Military generals would take turns ruling the city.

What major event in 509 B.C.E. led directly to the creation of the Roman Republic?

The common people successfully revolted for more rights.

The Romans overthrew the last of their Etruscan kings.

A law was passed giving all citizens the right to vote.

The city of Rome was founded by Romulus and Remus.

Only soldiers who served in the army were allowed to vote.

All the power was held by the wealthy patrician class.

The former king was still allowed to veto any new laws.

Elections were held only once every twenty years.

A single, all-powerful dictator

The wealthiest merchant in Rome