**Lessons from Antiquity

According to the text, how did America's Founding Fathers view democracy?

• They considered it dangerous and comparable to being ruled by a heartless ruler.

• They believed it was the best form of government.

• They were unsure about it and had mixed opinions.

• They saw it as a positive and necessary system.

Where did the idea of democracy originate?

• Ancient Greece

• Ancient Rome

• Medieval Europe

• Modern America

In the early stages of democracy in Athens, who had the actual ability to rule?

• The archons

• The Athenian people

• The wealthy aristocrats

• The free male citizens

What was the main issue of inequality in Athens?

• Gender inequality

• Religious inequality

• Inequality between the rich and the poor

• Inequality based on family lineage

Why were many people in Athens going into slavery?

• Due to their inability to attend the assembly

• Because of their debts

• As a punishment for crimes committed

• As a result of their religious beliefs

What is the potential risk of having everyone involved in decision-making in a democracy?

• The majority might make laws that work in their own benefit and hurt the minority

• The wealthy have a higher chance of being mistreated

• The citizens might become power-hungry tyrants

• The government might become cruel and oppressive

What was the purpose of ostracism in ancient Athens?

• To select a new leader for the city

• To exile influential individuals from Athens

• To prevent the rise of tyrants

• To ensure equal representation in decision-making

What form of government did Rome establish?

• Monarchy

• Democracy

• Republic

• Tyranny

Who had the power to propose laws in the Roman republic?

• The citizens

• The consuls

• The senators

• The assemblies

How were decisions made in the Roman republic?

• Directly by the citizens

• By the consuls and the senate

• By the wealthy minority

• By the assemblies and tribes