The Romanwas a form of government in which power was held by elected officials on behalf of the people.:Republic
The governments of Rome and the United States both have alegislature in which power is balanced between two houses.:bicameral
were elected to lead Rome and command the army. This is a similar position in the United States as the.:Consuls
were elected to lead Rome and command the army. This is a similar position in the United States as the.:president