1.2 The Origins of Democracy Answers

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In addition to Judeo-Christian principles, American government was influenced by principles first used in ancient Greece and in

Egypt.

Rome.

Babylon.

Assyria.

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Judeo-Christian principles refer to the religious beliefs and values held in common by

Christians and Muslims.

Christians and Jews.

Buddhists and Jews.

ancient Athenians and Christians.

Because the framers of the US Constitution were concerned about citizens having too much power, they

banned citizens from voting.

organized a system of consuls and magistrates.

established a republic.

created a system of independently governed city-states.

The most important way in which the Greeks influenced American democracy was by allowing

city-states to follow their own form of government.

citizens to participate in government.

elected representatives to make all decisions.

strong leaders to make all decisions.

In what way did ancient Athens influence the framers of the United States Constitution?

All Athenians were allowed to vote.

The legislative branch in Athens had two main bodies.

The Council of 500 made all major decisions.

Laws were made by the chief executive.

Which of these statements best describes the Greek city-states?

Each city-state had the same level of influence.

Each city-state had the same social organization.

Each city-state had its own form of government.

Each city-state allowed all people to vote.

How is government in the United States today different from government in ancient Athens?

The United States is a direct democracy.

The United States allows citizens to vote.

The United States is a republic.

The United States has a unicameral legislature.

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