Types of Government- Ancient Greece

What is the origin of the word 'monarchy'?

• Greek terms monos and arkhein

• Latin terms monus and archus

• Greek terms monus and archus

• Latin terms monos and arkhein

Who succeeded the king in Mycenaean monarchies when there was no prince?

• The king's closest military advisors

• The king's eldest daughter

• The king's brother

• The king's council of advisors

What led to the decline of Mycenaean monarchies around 1200 B.C.E.?

• Closure of eastern trade routes

• Invasion by the Romans

• Natural disasters

• Lack of food resources

What is the main difference between a monarchy and an oligarchy?

• Monarchy is ruled by one, oligarchy by a few

• Monarchy is ruled by a few, oligarchy by one

• Monarchy is democratic, oligarchy is not

• Monarchy is temporary, oligarchy is permanent

What was a common reason for the overthrow of oligarchies in ancient Greece?

• Harsh rule and dissatisfaction among citizens

• Invasion by foreign powers

• Natural disasters

• Economic prosperity

What is a key characteristic of a tyranny?

• Ruling power is seized illegally

• Ruling power is inherited

• Ruling power is shared among many

• Ruling power is temporary

How did Athenian democracy ensure participation from both rich and poor citizens?

• Public officials were paid for their services

• Only rich citizens could attend the Assembly

• Only poor citizens could attend the Assembly

• Participation was mandatory for all citizens