Which of the following represents a difference between the government of the Roman Republic and that of Imperial Rome?

A. In the Roman Republic, the Senate represented the plebeians' views, while in Imperial Rome, the Senate represented the emperor's view.
B. In the Roman Republic, the Senate represented the patricians' views, while in Imperial Rome, the Senate represented the emperor's views.
C. In the Roman Republic, the Senate represented the Consul's views, while in Imperial Rome, the Senate represented the emperor's views.
D. In the Roman Republic, the Senate represented the emperor's views, while in Imperial Rome, the Senate represented the Consul's views.

It's between A and B. I don't think there's a clear answer here, because at different times during the Republic, the Senate represented different people: first just the patricians, and later a broader spectrum of the population.

I'd go with B, since that is how the Roman Senate began, but the decision between A and B is up to you.

Because the Senate was all aristrocrats, and usually picked because of that, it is difficult for me to agree with A.

Now on choice B, the second half of the statement"...in the Imperial...senate represented Emperor's views is misleading. Truth is , the senate was weak and senators were there because of prestige and connections, as they had no power. So B is somewhat true.
Answer C, that is mostly true. Senators were often beholden to Consuls for their office, and good graces to gain more money.
Answer D is obviously wrong.

So which is it? C or B? Frankly, I think the answers could have been better written: The main difference in difference between the government of the Roman Republic and that of Imperial Rome is that in the Republic the senate held power, in the Imperial period, they were a figurehead.

All in all, the common Roman, I think, was better off under during the Imperial period, as in the Republic, the government lead by the aristocratic senate was looking out for the benefits to the aristocracy...in the Imperial period, generally, the Emperors did not give a hoot about the aristocracy and its power. Some will disagree with me.

If you Google Roman Senate Consul Emperor,

there is much interesting reading. The Wikipedia article is fairly good on the Republic period.

http://www.google.com/search?q=senate+in+imperial+rome&ie=UTF-8&oe=UTF-8&hl=en&client=safari

D is obviously out.

Read up on the Roman Senate and let us know what you think.

i think A

To determine the correct answer, let's analyze the available options.

Option A states that in the Roman Republic, the Senate represented the plebeians' views, while in Imperial Rome, the Senate represented the emperor's view.

Option B suggests that in the Roman Republic, the Senate represented the patricians' views, while in Imperial Rome, the Senate represented the emperor's views.

Option C states that in the Roman Republic, the Senate represented the Consul's views, while in Imperial Rome, the Senate represented the emperor's views.

Option D suggests that in the Roman Republic, the Senate represented the emperor's views, while in Imperial Rome, the Senate represented the Consul's views.

To determine whether the statements are accurate, we should consider the structure and roles of the government in both periods.

In the Roman Republic, which lasted from 509 BCE to 27 BCE, the government was structured as a republic. This meant that power was shared between various elements, including the Senate, the Consuls, and the plebeians. The Senate, consisting primarily of patricians, was the most influential governing body. It represented the interests of the patrician class and made decisions regarding legislation, foreign policy, and other important matters.

The Consuls were the highest elected officials in the Roman Republic. They served as co-rulers and were responsible for leading the military and representing the executive branch of the government. The Consuls were elected by the citizens and were accountable to the Senate.

In contrast, Imperial Rome, also known as the Roman Empire, began in 27 BCE and lasted until 476 CE. During this period, power shifted to a single ruler - the emperor. The Senate, which still existed, retained some influence but primarily served to support and advise the emperor rather than independently representing various factions. The emperor held absolute power and made key decisions regarding legislation, administration, and military affairs.

Based on this information, we can eliminate options A, C, and D. These options inaccurately depict the roles of the Senate and the Consuls in the Roman Republic and Imperial Rome.

Option B correctly states that in the Roman Republic, the Senate represented the patricians' views, while in Imperial Rome, the Senate represented the emperor's views. Patricians were members of the privileged upper class in the Roman Republic, primarily composed of noble families. In the Roman Empire, the Senate's role was largely ceremonial, and its members were appointed by the emperor.

Therefore, the correct answer is B: In the Roman Republic, the Senate represented the patricians' views, while in Imperial Rome, the Senate represented the emperor's views.