Compare and contrast the collapse of the Roman Republic with the fall of the Roman Empire. What events and developments led to the end of the Roman Republic?

Each student is responsible for the completion of the essay assignment listed below. Essays must be based on the required textbook readings and supplementary materials included within this module. Do not use online materials other than any that are specifically assigned within this module.
Essays must be a minimum of 500 words in length (roughly two typed, double-spaced pages).
Essays must be double-spaced and written in your best professional style.
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This is a formal essay, and must include a thesis statement, introductory paragraph, and concluding paragraph.
Question to be Answered in your Essay for this Module
Compare and contrast the collapse of the Roman Republic with the fall of the Roman Empire. What events and developments led to the end of the Roman Republic? What events and developments led to the end of the Roman Empire?
Source: Marvin Perry, et. al., Western Civilization: Ideas, Politics, and Society, Volume 1, Chapters 6, 7 and 8.