Which legend explains the end of the Roman monarchy and the founding of the Republic?
A)The tale of Romulus and Remus,nursed by a she-wolf
B)The allegory of the cave dwellers who never see the light of day
C)The rape of Lucretia
D)The legend of brave Horatio at the bridge
E)The story of Cincinnatus and his dictatorship

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The legend of the rape of Lucretia describes how the Roman noblewoman was raped by the son of Tarquin, the last king of Rome. Lucretia, feeling dishonored, committed suicide, and her death served as a catalyst for the Roman people to overthrow the monarchy and establish the Republic.

Which Legend Explains the End of the Roman Monarchy and the Founding