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What were the two main forms of government that the Romans lived under?

For over two hundred years, Rome was ruled by a powerful monarchy.  This period of government was called the Roman Kingdom.  The monarch held the power over the citizens of Rome during this time.  The kings who ruled Rome during this time were elected, though their reign lasted for as long as they were alive.  Other officials were appointed by the ruling monarch.


After this period, the form of government changed to a republic.  This period, called the Roman Republic, lasted for nearly five hundred years.  Elections were held to decide on leaders of the Roman Republic.  Two consuls were elected by the people once per year.  Among the people, there were disputes between the classes.  The patricians were the elites, while the plebeians were considered commoners.  Over time, the class divide lessened. 

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