Understanding Senators of the Roman Republic

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Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
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Understanding Senators of 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

'Senators were the governing elite of Rome, responsible for making laws, advising magistrates, and guiding the Republic’s policies. They held significant influence and were often from noble families.'

Provenance: A historian writing about the Roman Republic in the 1st century BCE.

1.
Define the term 'senator' as it relates to the Roman Republic. (2 marks)
[2 marks]
2.
Explain the main responsibilities of Roman senators based on Source A. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
3.
Compare the role of senators to that of magistrates in the Roman Republic. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
B

The Power and Influence of Senators

Source B: A quote from Cicero, a famous Roman senator

'The Senate is the true heart of the Republic, shaping its future through wisdom and experience.'

Provenance: A Roman senator speaking in the 1st century BCE.

1.
Outline the importance of the Senate in the Roman Republic, based on Source B. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
2.
Analyse how the influence of senators might have affected decisions in the Roman Republic. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
C

Senators and Political Power

Source C: A historian's analysis

'Senators held significant power, but their authority was often challenged by popular assemblies and military leaders.'

Provenance: Modern historian specializing in Roman politics.

1.
Explain how the power of senators was balanced or challenged in the Roman Republic. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
2.
Compare the influence of senators with that of the popular assemblies in the Roman Republic. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
D

Vocabulary and Key Concepts

Source D: Definitions from a textbook

  • Senator: A member of the Roman Senate, involved in law-making and advising.
  • Senate: The council of elders who governed Rome.
  • Magistrate: An elected official with executive powers.
  • Popular Assembly: The body of Roman citizens who voted on laws.

Use these definitions to answer the following questions.

1.
Write a brief explanation of the difference between a senator and a magistrate in the Roman Republic. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
2.
Outline the role of the Popular Assembly in Roman politics. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
3.
Analyse why senators might have wanted to maintain their influence over Roman politics. (4 marks)
[4 marks]

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