Roman Citizen — rights?
Voting, holding office, legal protection.
Senate — role?
Advises magistrates and controls policy.
Homo Novus — social status?
First in family to reach high office.
Roman Citizen — rights?
Voting, being elected, defending civic interests.
Patricians — role?
Aristocratic class with political power.
Plebeians — gained?
Political rights via social struggles.
Equites — class?
Wealthy merchants and financiers.
Cursus Honorum — purpose?
Structured political career path.
Homo Novus — significance?
First in family to political high office.
Senate — influence?
Legislation, foreign policy, financial decisions.
Answer 9 questions on Roman Society and Politics.
1. What does Roman citizenship primarily mean in the context of Roman society?
2. What was the typical length of the term served by Roman consuls?
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