What characterized society and politics during the roman republic?

One of the main characteristics of this civilization was that began defeating the traditional Roman Kingdom.

Explanation:

Rome expanded its control over the Mediterranean world during this time,

the Roman organization had the influence of Greece, it was seen in the way the organized the powers (executive, legislative, judicial, military, and religious)

Another important characteristic of the Republic was, it was not a democratic but an oligarchic system, being controlled by a small number of families.

Finally, the society under the Roman Republic Roman had a multicultural influence from cultures such as, Greek, Latin, and Etruscan.  

were they embroiderers?