Democracy in Athens

How did the method of selecting lawmakers in ancient Athens differ from modern representative democracies?

• Athenian lawmakers were elected by popular vote, while modern ones are chosen by lottery.

• Athenian lawmakers were chosen by random lottery, while modern ones are typically elected.

• Athenian lawmakers were appointed by a king, while modern ones are elected.

• Athenian lawmakers inherited their positions, while modern ones are chosen by lottery.

What was the principle that encouraged wide participation in ancient Athenian direct democracy?

• Aristocracy

• Sortition

• Ho Boulomenos

• Oligarchy

What were the primary functions of the Ecclesia and the Boule in ancient Athenian democracy?

• The Ecclesia was a judicial court, and the Boule was a military council.

• The Ecclesia was a general assembly for citizens to propose laws, and the Boule was a governing council to set the agenda and evaluate proposals.

• The Ecclesia was responsible for electing generals, and the Boule handled foreign relations.

• The Ecclesia was a religious body, and the Boule managed public finances.

What was the process of "sortition" in ancient Athenian democracy?

• A system where citizens voted for their preferred leaders.

• A randomized selection process for filling most public offices.

• The appointment of officials by the ruling aristocratic class.

• A method for citizens to propose new laws directly.

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