Understanding America's Constitutional Influences

What does the word 'republic' ideally mean?

• A state where power is held by the people and their elected representatives

• A state ruled by a monarch

• A state with no formal government

• A state where power is held by a single ruler

Which ancient civilization is known as the birthplace of democracy?

• Ancient China

• Ancient Athens

• Ancient Egypt

• Ancient Rome

What does 'civic participation' primarily involve?

• Community service

• Shopping locally

• Attending school

• Being involved in the political process

From which word do we derive 'politics'?

• Politeia

• Politia

• Politicus

• Polis

What was a key concept developed by Ancient Greece?

• Theocracy

• Republicanism

• Feudalism

• Monarchy

What does the Roman word 'civitas' mean?

• Civilization

• Civic

• Citizen

• City

What type of democracy allows people to vote directly on laws and policies?

• Representative democracy

• Direct democracy

• Liberal democracy

• Indirect democracy

What was the Roman Republic's Senate primarily composed of?

• Military leaders

• Common citizens

• Elected officials

• Oligarchs

What is 'tyranny'?

• A government without laws

• A democratic form of government

• Cruel and abusive government rule

• A form of government with multiple rulers

What does the 'rule of law' imply?

• Laws are suggested but not enforced

• All citizens, including lawmakers, must obey the same laws

• Laws apply only during certain times

• Only the rulers must obey the laws