The ancient Romans influenced the Enlightenment thinkers and the Founding Fathers. Which of the following events best reflects the republican government of ancient Rome?

The events are; a) A town holds a meeting and every citizen present votes to make a decision. b) People vote for representatives who will make the decision on their behalf. c) The president makes a speech about the need to protect rights of all citizens. d) National leaders decide to split government into three separate branches.