Beginning in 509 bce, what was the predominant form of government in rome?
a. rome was a republic ruled by senators (wealthy landowners and elders) as well as the people.
b. rome was a democracy with power shared between the people and elders.
c. rome was a republic ruled by emperors and wealthy land barons.
d. rome was a democracy styled after the greek empire.

A. Rome was a republic ruled by senators (wealthy landowners and elders) as well as the people.

Between 509 BC (end of the Kingdom) and 27 BC (beginning of the Empire), ancient Rome was a republic. During this period, Rome expanded and controlled the whole Mediterranean world. Its political organization was strongly influenced by that of Greek city-states. Rome was ruled by senators who oversaw the magistracies. The top magistrates were the two consuls. Although elections were held, the power remained in the hands of a small group of families.

a direct vote in which an entire electorate is invited to vote on a particular proposal. this may result in the adoption of a new law.  

answer; (b) asia;