HISTORY
ANCIENT ROME
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Question
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They can name a dictator in times of emergency in the Roman Republic.
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They can name a dictator in times of emergency in the US.
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Either A or B
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None of the above
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Detailed explanation-1: -Occasionally, an emergency situation (such as a war) arose that required the decisive leadership of one individual. Under these circumstances, the Senate and the consuls could appoint a temporary dictator to rule for a limited time until the crisis was resolved. The position of dictator was very undemocratic in nature.
Detailed explanation-2: -The Roman dictator’s power was absolute. He could rule by decree. He could even order executions without a trial. For centuries, Roman dictators served when duty called and gave up power when their terms ended.
Detailed explanation-3: -Why was a dictator chosen to head the government in times of emergency? They thought it was the only effective way to make decisions quickly. How is the American government like the Ancient Roman government and their differences.
Detailed explanation-4: -In 44, senators murdered Augustus’ great-uncle Julius Caesar after he unconstitutionally named himself dictator for life. The death of Julius Caesar in the Roman Senate.