Question

what was the role in roman society of the people depicted in this painting? a advisors to other political leaders and lawmakers b judges who presided over lawsuits between private citizens c oligarchs who directly made and enforced laws d members of a ceremonial priesthood what does the change in the role of these people during the roman empire indicate about a larger shift in the government of ancient rome? a democratic ideals had begun to play a more important role b power sharing had begun to take place across different levels of government c citizens now had a larger role in selecting leaders d government had become less representative of the people.

Explanation:

For the first question, without seeing the painting, we consider general Roman - society roles. Advisors to political leaders and lawmakers were important in Roman politics. For the second question, during the Roman Empire, power became more centralized and less representative of the people as the Republic's democratic - like features waned.

Answer:

First question: A. advisors to other political leaders and lawmakers
Second question: D. Government had become less representative of the people