Quiz on Government and Ancient Civilizations

What type of government does the United States have according to its Constitution?

• Monarchy

• Constitutional republic

• Oligarchy

• Theocracy

Who are commonly referred to as the "Framers"?

• The first U.S. Presidents

• The men who wrote the U.S. Constitution

• The British Parliament members

• The ancient Greek philosophers

Which ancient civilization is credited with establishing the world's first democracies?

• Ancient Rome

• Ancient Egypt

• Ancient Greece

• Ancient China

According to the text, what is a republic?

• A republic is a system where laws are made by a single ruler.
• A republic is a government where citizens have no voting rights.
• A republic is a form of government where officials are accountable to the public and must govern according to constitutional law.
• A republic is a type of monarchy ruled by a king.

What did the ancient Greek city-states use to govern their communities?

• Monarchy

• Written constitution

• Military rule

• Divine right

In a republican form of government, who gives power to the leaders?

• The military

• The wealthy elite

• The people

• The clergy

What was a key feature of the Roman Republic that contributed to its longevity?

• Concentration of power in the hands of a few

• Civic participation

• Lack of governmental offices

• Absence of checks and balances

What did the Romans use to ensure that all interests were represented in their government?

• Concentration of power

• Single ruler system

• Checks and balances

• Lack of responsibilities

What was the purpose of the 'Twelve Tables' in ancient Rome?

• To concentrate power in the hands of the wealthy

• To display the laws publicly for all citizens

• To create a class struggle

• To abolish the rule of law

What concept did the Roman Republic help maintain by displaying the 'Twelve Tables'?

• Rule of law

• Rule of men

• Class division

• Concentration of power