Greece & Rome – Governments and Athenian Democracy

Which of the following is an example of a monarchy?

• Athens

• Sparta

• Egypt

• USA

What is an oligarchy?

• A form of government with undivided rule by a single person

• A form of government ruled by a few powerful individuals

• A form of government where citizens govern themselves

• A form of government that takes power by force

Which city-state is an example of an oligarchy?

• Athens

• Sparta

• Egypt

• USA

What is a tyranny?

• A form of government with undivided rule by a single person

• A form of government ruled by a few powerful individuals

• A form of government where citizens govern themselves

• A form of government that takes power by force

Who was an example of a tyrant in Macedonia?

• King Phillip II

• Cleisthenes

• Draco

• Pericles

What is democracy?

• A form of government with undivided rule by a single person

• A form of government ruled by a few powerful individuals

• A form of government where citizens govern themselves

• A form of government that takes power by force

Which of the following is an example of a democracy?

• Egypt

• Sparta

• Athens

• Macedonia

What role did Athens have in its democratic development?

• It had a monarchy

• It had an assembly where all citizens could vote

• It was ruled by a council of elders

• It was governed by a single ruler

Who is known as the 'Father of Democracy'?

• King Phillip II

• Cleisthenes

• Draco

• Pericles

What did aristocrats like Draco do in Athens?

• Overthrew the monarch

• Passed harsh laws

• Reformed the government

• Ruled as a single king