Unit One Review Questions

Front

What are the Ten Commandments?

Back

A Hebrew code focused on morality and ethics

Front

What value did both Greek and Roman societies emphasize in their governments?

Back

Justice and logical thinking

Front

What was one effect of Athens paying salaries to its public officials?

Back

More citizens could serve in government roles

Front

In which forms of government did heredity play no role in the selection of rulers?

Back

Democracy and oligarchy

Front

Which philosopher wrote about an ideal state ruled by wise and just leaders?

Back

Plato

Front

What are natural rights and how should these rights be protected according to the US Constitution?

Back

Right to life, liberty, and property; protected by forming governments

Front

What role did Cleisthenes play in developing democracy?

Back

Balanced the power of the rich and poor

Front

Like the Athenians, Romans established a government made of separate branches, including a ________, or representative body.

Back

Senate

Front

In which forms of government was rule based at least partially on wealth?

Back

Aristocracy and oligarchy

Front

Which form of government does not involve rule by a group?

Back

Monarchy