See How they Run Comprehension Quiz

Did early people have elections?

• Yes, they had elections similar to modern times.

• We don't know because there wasn't a written language

• They had elections, but only for kings.

• Elections were only for military leaders.

What is democracy's Greek meaning?

• Rule by the wealthy

• Rule by the people

• Rule by the king

• Rule by the military

Who could vote in Athens?

• All residents of Athens

• Only male citizens

• Only the wealthy

• Everyone over 18

Does democracy look the same in Rome and Greece?

• Yes, they were identical.

• No, they had different systems.

Who became the first dictator of Rome?

• Julius Caesar

• Augustus

• Nero

• Caligula

What countries did the USA borrow parts of past democracies from?

• Only Greece

• Only Rome

• Greece and Rome

• Egypt and Babylon

What may have happened to make the Founding Fathers want people to have a say in government?

• They wanted to copy the British system.

• They experienced unfair rule.

• They wanted to avoid responsibility.

• They were inspired by ancient Egypt.

How many months did it take to write the Constitution?

• 1 month

• 4 months

• 6 months

• 9 months

Why was the Bill of Rights needed?

• To give more power to the president

• To fix things that weren't perfect

• To increase taxes

• To expand the military

Why is voting important?

• Because everyone can have a voice.

• It is a fun activity.

• It is a tradition.

• It is required by law.