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The Role and Significance of Senators in the Roman Republic

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Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
8 questions
~16 mins
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This worksheet explores the significance of senators in the Roman Republic and examines the factors that contributed to their power and influence.

Topics covered:

#History
#History
#Roman Republic
#Standard
#Significance & Factors
#Senators
#Identify the main factors that contributed to the power of Roman senators
#Categorize these factors into political, social, economic, and religious categories
#Compare the importance of different factors in shaping senatorial influence
#Explain and justify the relative importance of these factors

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The Role and Significance of Senators in the Roman Republic

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Grade Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
A

Introduction to Roman Senators

Source A: Excerpt from a Roman historian

'The senators of Rome held immense power, shaping the laws, religion, and social structure of the Republic. Their influence was rooted in various factors, including political authority, wealth, and tradition.'

Provenance: Written by Livy, a Roman historian, in the 1st century BC.

1.
Explain the main reasons why Roman senators were influential in the Republic. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
2.
Compare the political and social factors that contributed to the power of Roman senators. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
B

Categorizing Factors Contributing to Senatorial Power

Source B: Excerpt from a Roman political treatise

'Wealth, family lineage, and religious authority all played vital roles in strengthening a senator's position.'

Provenance: An ancient Roman political treatise from the 2nd century BC.

1.
Categorize the factors mentioned in Source B into Political, Social, Economic, or Religious categories. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Outline how religious authority contributed to a senator's influence in the Roman Republic. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
C

Ranking Factors by Importance

Source C: Modern historian's analysis

'While wealth and family background were important, political skill and connections often determined a senator's real power.'

Provenance: Modern historical analysis by Professor Jane Doe, 2010.

1.
Which factor was MORE significant in increasing a senator's power: Wealth or Political skill? Justify your answer with evidence. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Compare the importance of economic and social factors in shaping senatorial influence. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
D

Factors and Their Relative Significance

Question:

Rank the following factors in order of importance in determining a senator's influence: Religious authority, Wealth, Family lineage, Political skill. Justify your ranking with evidence. (6 marks)

1.
Rank the factors and justify your choice. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
E

Summary and Reflection

Reflect on which factor you believe was the most significant in shaping the power of Roman senators. Use evidence from the sources and your own knowledge to support your answer.

1.
Write a brief paragraph explaining your view on the most significant factor and justify it with evidence. (3 marks)
[3 marks]

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