How did the citizens of the Roman Republic govern themselves?

They attended meetings of the legislative branch.

They elected people to represent them in government.

They became consuls to direct the actions of the state.

They became judges so they could hear and settle cases.

The correct answer is B) They elected people to represent them in government.

Explanation:

The Romans were the first in history to overthrow a King develop a Republic where legislators and senators were elected by the people to represent them.

The Republic had three branches of government, called the Senate, the Consul and assemblies.

The Consuls were men who would make the laws and legislation including taxes and had to be elected every year. However, the Senators were for life and they voted on passing a law or a bill.