Ancient Legal Systems Quiz

What was a key feature of the legal system in ancient Athens?

• Trials were conducted by a public court with jurors from different classes.

• Only nobles could serve as jurors.

• Trials were held in secret.

• The king decided all legal matters.

Who was the ancient Greek Goddess of Justice and Law?

• Athena

• Hera

• Themis

• Artemis

What did the Romans learn from the Athenians regarding law?

• The concept of democracy

• The idea of the rule of law

• The use of written codes

• The practice of electing judges

What does the blindfold on the statue of Themis represent?

• Power

• Fairness

• Strength

• Wisdom

What was the 'Law of the Twelve Tables' based on?

• Ancient Roman law

• Ancient Greek law

• Modern Western law

• French Civil Code

What rights did Roman law emphasize for citizens?

• Right to vote

• Natural rights

• Right to own property

• Right to education

According to Roman law, how were citizens treated before the law?

• Differently based on status

• Equally

• Based on wealth

• Based on age

Which modern legal codes were influenced by Roman law?

• British Common Law

• French Civil Code and German Civil Code

• American Constitution

• Chinese Legal System

How did Roman law protect the rights of Roman citizens? Put a '✓' in the appropriate box.

• Roman citizens could not be tried.

• Roman citizens could not be punished.

• Roman citizens could appeal.

Do you think Roman law was fair to everyone in the empire? (Hint: treatment of Roman citizens and non-Roman citizens)

• Yes, Roman law was fair to everyone.

• No, Roman law only protected the rights of Roman citizens.

• Yes, non-Roman citizens had the same rights.

• No, Roman law was not applied to anyone.