The Roman Citizen The Roman ideal was the citizen/soldier/farmer. The citizen was a rational man who discussed political issues and voted. The farmer was a hardworking and practical man who worked the land with his hands. The soldier was a courageous, strong man who obeyed orders and was willing to lay down his life in the name of the Republic.--Emma Humphries Which democratic principle is illustrated in the text? A) rule of law
B) individual rights
C) popular sovereignty
D) civic duty