Topic 4 Lesson 1

Where is the birthplace of democracy?

• Rome

• Athens

• Sparta

• Cairo

What does the word "democracy" mean in Greek?

• Rule by the king

• Rule by the wealthy

• Rule by the people

• Rule by the military

What did rulers create in the beginning according to the text?

• Laws

• Constitutions

• Empires

• Armies

What type of democracy was Athenian democracy?

• Representative democracy

• Direct democracy

• Monarchy

• Oligarchy

What was emphasized in Athenian democracy?

• Military strength

• Civic participation

• Economic growth

• Religious rituals

What were Athenian citizens expected to do?

• Avoid government affairs

• Participate in government

• Focus on trade

• Worship the king

Why did Athenian schools teach public speaking?

• To improve trade negotiations

• To help with democracy

• To entertain citizens

• To promote religious teachings

What was the role of juries in ancient Greece?

• They only observed the trials.

• They settled lawsuits and decided punishments.

• They were responsible for writing laws.

• They acted as lawyers for the accused.

How many people typically made up a jury in ancient Greece?

• Dozens

• Hundreds

• Thousands

• Tens

Which group of people could not participate in assemblies or serve on juries in ancient Athens?

• Men

• Women

• Citizens

• Children