Greek Influence on Democracy

Greek Influence on Democracy

Multiple Choice

How are Athenian direct democracy and US representative democracy similar?

• In both, everyone is allowed to vote.

• In both, the government is run directly by the citizens.

• Both have the same citizenship requirements.

• Both have a governmental body that passes laws.

Multiple Choice

How are Athenian direct democracy and US representative democracy similar?

• In both, everyone is allowed to vote.

• In both, the government is run directly by the citizens.

• Both have the same citizenship requirements.

• Both have a governmental body that passes laws.

Multiple Choice

How are the opportunities for citizens to participate in the US government similar to the opportunities for citizens in ancient Athens?

• Citizens may serve on juries.

• Citizens run the government directly.

• Citizens serve in government for free.

• Citizens are required to join the military.

Open Ended

What do you prefer a direct democracy or Republic Democracy?