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Journal 9/7 Turn to page 156. Read “Ruling the Mediterranean”, “Impact at Home”, and “Making Attempts at Reform”. In what ways did Rome go from a Republic, where citizens participate in gov’t, to something more oppressive? Dictator: Plebeians Patricians Veto Senators: Consuls: Consuls: Tribunes: 12 Tables: created by the____________ so that they could: Caesar and the Decline of the Republic From Republic to Empire • Government officials in Rome fight for power • Roman citizens feel ignored by: their gov’t – Bands of citizen soldiers become: professional armies – These armies are more loyal to their leaders than: the republic Julius Caesar • Caesar is a VERY ! popular military leader • Caesar quickly gained a loyal following – Defied the gov’t – Conquered lands w/: his own army – Made the Senate: name him emperor for life. This, by definition ended the republic. Now Rome is an Empire. The Backlash • Caesar tries to enact reforms for the betterment of Rome • He also becomes the absolute ruler: of the new Roman Republic • Members of the gov’t feel: Threatened by Caesar's power • They plot to assassinate Caesar