Ancient Greece Government Quiz

How did a monarchy work in ancient Greece?

• The people had the power to make all the decisions.

• The government was led by a group of elected officials.

• A council of elders made all the decisions.

• A single ruler, known as a king, held all the power.

Who held the most power in a monarchy?

• Prime Minister

• King

• President

• Military General

How did an oligarchy work in ancient Greece?

• Power was in the hands of a small group of people, usually the wealthy.

• Power was in the hands of the religious leaders

• Power was in the hands of the military leaders

• Power was in the hands of the common people

How were leaders chosen in a democracy?

• By holding elections and allowing citizens to vote

• By choosing the most educated individuals

• From a small group of wealthy and powerful individuals

• By selecting the youngest members of society

How did a tyranny work in ancient Greece?

• A council of elders made all the decisions

• A president was elected.

• Power was shared equally among all citizens

• A dictator held all the power.

How did tyrants come to power?

• Through inheritance from previous rulers

• By winning a lottery

• By being appointed by a council of elders

• By gaining support from the poor lower class or by violent military attacks.

How did a democracy work in ancient Greece?

• A system of government where citizens directly had a say in decision-making through voting.

• A system of government where only the wealthy aristocrats have a say in decision-making

• A system of government where a single ruler has all the power

• A system of government where decisions are made by a council of elders

Who was the ruler in a monarchy?

• King or Queen

• President

• Emperor

• Prime Minister

What type of government had a small group of people in power?

• monarchy

• democracy

• dictatorship

• oligarchy

Who were the leaders in an oligarchy?

• A small group of wealthy and powerful individuals

• A large group of poor and powerless individuals

• A single ruler with all the power

• A group pf elected representatives