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In which of the following ways did the Roman empire differ from the Roman republic? Select all that apply.

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centralized absolute power in one ruler
centralized absolute power in one ruler

eliminated the senate
eliminated the senate

instituted a census for taxation purposes
instituted a census for taxation purposes

provided for direct election of emperors by citizens
provided for direct election of emperors by citizens

pulled back from expansion and reduced trade
pulled back from expansion and reduced trade

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The Roman Empire differed from the Roman Republic in the following ways:

  1. centralized absolute power in one ruler - The Roman Empire was characterized by the concentration of power in one individual, the emperor, whereas the Republic had a more distributed power structure with elected officials.

  2. eliminated the senate - While the Senate still existed during the Empire, its power was significantly diminished compared to its role in the Republic, where it was a central governing body.

None of the other options accurately described a difference between the Roman Empire and the Republic:

  • instituted a census for taxation purposes - This was a practice that existed during both the Republic and the Empire.

  • provided for direct election of emperors by citizens - Emperors were not directly elected by citizens; they were usually chosen through inheritance, appointment, or military support.

  • pulled back from expansion and reduced trade - The Empire continued to expand for several centuries and trade remained significant throughout its existence.

So, the correct responses are:

  • centralized absolute power in one ruler
  • eliminated the senate