About how long ago was the Roman Republic founded, after the overthrow of Rome's kings?
Answer509 BC
The Roman Republic lasted for centuries before giving way to the Roman Empire.
Source: Wikipedia - Republic (2024) en.wikipedia.org
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What method of execution ended the reign of France's King Louis XVI, clearing the way for the French Republic?
Answerthe guillotine
His execution during the French Revolution was one of the most dramatic births of a republic in history.
Source: Wikipedia - Republic (2024) en.wikipedia.org
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Which region of the world has the most monarchies today?
AnswerAsia (13 monarchies)
Asia's monarchies range from major powers like Japan to small states like Brunei.
Source: Wikipedia - List of current monarchies en.wikipedia.org
About how old is Iceland's Althing, sometimes called the world's oldest surviving parliament?
Answerestablished in 930 AD
The Althing still functions as Iceland's parliament today, nearly 1,100 years after it was founded.
Source: Wikipedia - Republic (2024) en.wikipedia.org
About how long ago did the Roman Republic end and the Roman Empire begin?
Answer27 BC
This marked the end of nearly 500 years of republican government in Rome.
Source: Wikipedia - Republic (2024) en.wikipedia.org
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