Unit 1.2 Review

Which statement identifies an important influence of ancient Greece on the founders of the American constitutional republic? 

• The founders adopted democratic principles

• The founders based their laws on ethical ideas of justice

• The founders established a representative form of government

• The founders created a government with separation of powers

Which institution today is most similar to a polis in ancient Greece?

• A federal system of government

• A self-governing state

• An association of independent nations

• A state legislature of elected representatives

What characteristic was shared by both ancient Rome and the Judeo-Christian tradition? 

• Government based on majority vote

• A separation of powers in government

• Legislative bodies

• Respect for Rule of Law

Which characteristic did the government of the city-state in Athens in ancient Greece share with the government of ancient Rome?

• Republicanism

• Rule of Law

• Civic Participation

• Representative Government

The passage below comes from the Judeo-Christian tradition. "Do not withhold good from those who deserve it, when it is in your power to act." Which ethical idea is being described? 

• Individual Worth

• Justice

• Rule of Law

• Personal Responsibility

In Ancient Rome, there were two consuls, an Assembly, and judges who oversee courts. In the modern United States, there is an executive branch, a legislative branch, and a judicial branch. Which major influence does this show from Ancient Rome?

• Separation of Powers

• Rule of Law

• Republicanism

• Natural Rights

Which of the following influences from both Ancient Greece and Ancient Rome involves people being involved in their government through voting, participating in town meetings, and staying informed on issues?

• Written Constitution

• Separation of Powers

• Civic Participation

• Voting Rights

Which of the following influences from Ancient Greece involves the government having written rules that explains what it can and cannot do?

• Voting Rights

• Written Constitution

• Polis

• Rule of Law

Which of the following best matches Enlightenment thinker John Locke’s concept of “natural rights?”

• Freedom of religion and freedom of the press

• Freedom of speech and the right to protest

• Life, Liberty, and Property

• Trial by jury and fair punishment

Which example best demonstrates
Montesquieu’s concept of “separation of powers”?

• Natural rights are protected in the governing document

• The government consists of a judicial, legislative, and executive branch

• Social contract permits overthrowing an unjust government

• Suffrage extends to allpersons born or naturalized in the U.S.