Athenian Democracy

Front

What type of government does the scenario below represent?

One student gets to decide how many homework assignments we have this week.

Back

Monarchy

Front

A government that is controlled by a small group of wealthy aristocrats is known as a _________________________________.

Back

Oligarchy

Front

All students get to vote on how long recess will last. What type of government does this represent?

Back

Direct Democracy

Front

Who benefits from a government that works by people voting for the laws?

Back

Average citizens

Front

A __________-_________________ would be the best type of government for learning and using the opinions of its citizens.

Back

Direct Democracy

Front

How were decisions made in an Assembly?

Back

Voting

Front

The Assembly, The Council of 500, and the Juries are all similar in that they __________________________________________.

Back

All make decisions that impact everyday Athenians, Made of up random citizens, Examples of Direct-Democracy at work.

Front

What is the main goal of a Jury?

Back

Analyze the evidence and decide if they are guilty or innocent

Front

How many people had to be in an Assembly? Options: 600, 500, 60000, 6000

Back

6000

Front

The leader of the Secret Police uses his power to overthrow the President and start a new government. What type of government would this be?

Back

Tyranny