Which of the following best defines the underlined word in the following sentence? “In ancient times, rulers would announce edicts to the people.”

A.
a public law
B.
a military order
C.
a set of marriage laws
D.
a harsh code of conduct

A.

Explanation:

Public law is essentially the law between the citizens of the state and the government. In ancient times, it was usually verbally announced as well as scribed on parchment in a government facility.

the results of roman expansion produced social conflict and civil war. julius caesar gained power and became a dictator but was then assassinated. the reign of augustus began a long period of imperial rule and peace in the roman empire. rome faced the problems of how to maintain peace, law, and order.

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