Influence of Greek and Roman Government

Question 1

What was the political impact of the Justinian Code?

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It influenced the laws of other countries.

Question 2

What were the Twelve Tables?

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The first written collection of Roman laws.

Question 3

Read the scenario.Citizen X has run into some financial troubles. One day, he shows up to work wearing a new watch. A co-worker whose home was recently robbed says, “Hey, my watch! You thief!” Citizen X goes on trial for burglary, but is found not guilty.Based on what happens to Citizen X, under which government does he live?

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Rome, because Roman law forces the accuser to have a burden of proof.

Question 4

wealthywisepowerfulinfluential

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wise

Question 5

Under Roman law, someone accusing another person of a crime needed

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proof that a crime had been committed.

Question 6

During Athens’ first democracy, the people

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were divided based on wealth.

Question 7

Which scenario would most likely take place under Athens’ jury system?

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a random selection of five hundred citizens to make up a jury

Question 8

The early government of Athens was ruled by

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a king.

Question 9

rule of lawa central governmentdemocracy

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democracy

Question 10

Which best summarizes the structure of the Roman government?

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It was organized with separation of powers.

Influence of Greek and Roman Government Answers

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