Athenian Democracy and Its Influence on Greek City-States

The video explores the development of democracy in 6th century BC Athens, highlighting its structure with the assembly, council, and courts. It discusses the influence of Athenian democracy on other Greek city-states and compares direct democracy with modern representative democracy. The video concludes with a brief explanation 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 Assembly

• The Council

• The Senate

• The Courts

How were government officials elected in ancient Athens?

• By public debate

• By drawing lots

• By writing names on wood or stone

• By royal decree

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

• To lead military campaigns

• To conduct trials

• To discuss daily city-state affairs

• To pass laws

How were jury members selected in the Athenian courts?

• By lottery

• By appointment

• By inheritance

• By election

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

• To ensure quick trials

• To prevent ties

• To allow for public participation

• To intimidate the accused

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

• Sparta

• Corinth

• Athens

• Thebes

What type of democracy did Athens practice?

• Direct democracy

• Representative democracy

• Constitutional monarchy

• Oligarchy

How does a representative democracy differ from Athenian democracy?

• A king or queen rules

• Representatives make decisions on behalf of citizens

• Military leaders have control

• Citizens vote directly on laws

What is the United Kingdom's form of government?

• Representative democracy

• Absolute monarchy

• Constitutional monarchy

• Direct democracy