Athenian Democracy and Its Influence on Modern Governance

The video discusses the development of democracy in 6th century BC Athens, highlighting its structure with the assembly, council, and courts. It explains the direct democracy model where citizens voted on laws and elected officials. The influence of Athenian democracy on other Greek city-states is noted, along with a comparison to modern representative democracy. The video concludes with a brief overview of the British constitutional monarchy.

What does the term 'democracy' mean in the context of ancient Athens?

• Strength of the people

• Rule by the wealthy

• Power of the king

• Control by the military

Which part of the Athenian government included all freeborn male citizens?

• The Courts

• The Assembly

• The Senate

• The Council

How were government officials elected in ancient Athens?

• By writing names on wood or stone

• By drawing lots

• By royal decree

• By public debate

What was the role of the Council (Boule) in Athenian democracy?

• To elect the king

• To pass laws

• To discuss daily city-state affairs

• To lead the military

How were jury members selected in the Athenian courts?

• By election

• By inheritance

• By appointment

• By lottery

What was the purpose of having a large number of jury members in Athenian courts?

• To allow for public participation

• To intimidate the accused

• To prevent ties

• To ensure quick trials

Which city-state was a major influence on other Greek city-states in adopting democracy?

• Sparta

• Thebes

• Corinth

• Athens

What type of democracy did Athens practice?

• Oligarchy

• Constitutional monarchy

• Direct democracy

• Representative democracy

How does a representative democracy differ from Athenian democracy?

• Military leaders make decisions

• Citizens vote directly on laws

• Representatives make decisions on behalf of citizens

• A king or queen rules

What is the United Kingdom's form of government?

• Representative democracy

• Constitutional monarchy

• Absolute monarchy

• Direct democracy