1.2 Timeline of Democracy

Where was the first known democracy in the world?

• Rome

• Athens

• Sparta

• Carthage

How was the Greek idea of democracy different from present-day democracy?

• Only men could participate

• Only wealthy citizens could participate

• All adult citizens were required to take an active part in the government

• Only elected officials could participate

What significant change did Rome make to its government system around 250 BCE?

• Introduced a monarchy

• Switched to a Representative system

• Allowed only the wealthy to participate

• Abolished the Senate

What concept did the Romans introduce regarding laws?

• Laws would be created by the emperor alone

• Laws would apply to everyone equally

• Laws would only apply to citizens

• Laws would be different for different classes

What is the Magna Carta?

• A. A medieval document that limited the king's power

• B. A modern constitution

• C. A religious text

• D. A scientific manuscript

What was the primary purpose of the Magna Carta when it was signed?

• A. To establish a new religion

• B. To protect the barons and free men from the king's excesses

• C. To declare war on neighboring countries

• D. To create a new form of government

During which period did most countries in Europe, the Middle East, and Asia have leaders with absolute power?

• 1000 BCE - 500 BCE

• 500 CE - 1500 CE

• 1500 CE - 2000 CE

• 2000 CE - Present

What was a common consequence for speaking against leaders with absolute power during the Middle Ages?

• Receiving a reward

• Being promoted

• Being imprisoned, tortured, or executed

• Gaining more followers

How did many leaders during the Middle Ages justify their absolute power?

• By claiming they were elected by the people

• By claiming they ruled by Divine Right

• By claiming they were the strongest warriors

• By claiming they were the wealthiest

In what year was the English Bill of Rights passed?

• 1689

• 1776

• 1215

• 1066