Civics Literacy Test

Ancient civilization with a republican government:

6th century B.C.E. Athenian reforms divided government powers and guaranteed rights to male citizens. How do these reforms illustrate societal development?

Traits of a country are based on which principle?

Modern democratic concept in the U.S. similar to ancient Greece:

Principal function of a written constitution?

Purpose of checks and balances in the U.S. Constitution?

Supported by ancient Greeks: electing governors

Laws against defamation, property damage, and breach of contract represent which legal concern in Western nations?

Nixon's statement: "When the president does it, it's not illegal." Which constitutional principle is contradicted?

Form of government based on popular sovereignty?