Ancient Greece: Rise of Democracy

What type of government is ran by one person, usually called a king?

• Oligarchy

• Monarchy

• Tyranny

• Democracy

How is the ruler chosen in a monarchy?

• Chosen by the people

• Inherited the throne

• Gain power by taking over the throne illegally

• Both chosen by the people and inherited the throne

A government ran by a small group of wealthy men is called what?

• Oligarchy

• Monarchy

• Tyranny

• Democracy

What was a negative to an oligarchy?

• More than one person was in charge

• Only women could vote

• They inherited the throne

• There was a large divide between the poor and wealthy, poor were treated poorly

How many people were in charge in a tyranny type government?

• 1

• 2

• Everyone

• None

In a tyranny type government, one gained power by

• Being voted in by the people

• Taking over illegally, usually by force

• Inheriting the throne

• Going to school

Even though a tyrant took over illegally, what is a positive to a tyranny government?

• Used force to take over

• Some tyrants were forced out by people

• Went to war

• Made changes that helped the poor

What type of government allowed all citizens to vote?

• Oligarchy

• Monarchy

• Democracy

• Tyranny

In Ancient Greece, they had a direct democracy. What type of democracy do people refer to the U.S. as having?

• Direct Democracy

• Representative Democracy

• Monarchy Democracy

• Voting Democracy

Who could vote in Ancient Greece's direct democracy?

• Everyone

• Only people above the age of 18

• Only males who are considered to be citizens

• Women only