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The Republic of Rome

Question 8 • NY-Global History and Geography I

Why did Romans create a written code of law?

Answer
A
to confuse their enemies and block invasions
B
to allow citizens to see and understand the law
C
to spread literature throughout the republic
D
to serve as the basis for a new religion

Explanation

Romans created a written code of law so the rules would be public and citizens could know what the law required. This made the law easier to understand and helped prevent officials from applying unwritten rules unfairly. The correct choice is “to allow citizens to see and understand the law.”

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