Social Studies Chapter 3

Ancient Athenian government was based on principles that have influenced our government today.

• True

• False

In ancient Athens, slaves could vote, own land, and make decisions about their owners, work, and location.

• True

• False

The Agora played an important role in the democracy of ancient Athens, as it gave people an opportunity to discuss politics.

• True

• False

Athens and Sparta were city-states in ancient Greece that were great allies.

• True

• False

How were the Boule and its 500 members selected?

• In a random draw

• By a vote

• Based on lineage

• Based on financial wealth

What was the role and responsibility of the Boule?

• To discuss and vote on important issues.

• To make decisions about daily affairs and decide which issues would be voted upon by the Assembly.

• To organize and run the Agora.

• To manage slaves and prisoners of war.

Why did the Boule pay its members for their service?

• So that those without wealth could afford to devote time to government.

• So that members were more cooperative.

• Because members had applied for the position, and were chosen.

• To encourage others to apply for the job.

What was the Assembly?

• A discussion and vote of important issues by all citizens who paid taxes.

• A discussion and vote of important issues by the Boule.

• A discussion and vote of important issues by men, women, and Metics.

• A discussion and vote of important issues by slave owners.

How often did the Assembly meet?

• Once per year

• Twice per day

• Once per week

• As needed

What speech protocol was followed by the Assembly?

• Only the wealthiest citizens could speak.

• All citizens could speak, however men over 50 spoke first and speeches were timed.

• Each citizen could speak for as long as they wanted.

• Men spoke first, women second.