The Origins of Democracy

Question 1

According to Pericles, how is Athens different from other Greek city-states?

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B: Athens has laws that treat all people fairly, regardless of social class.

Question 2

Which principle of American government is reflected in this quote?

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C: equality for all citizens

Question 3

Which ancient principles can be found in American government today?In a paragraph, provide at least three examples of government structures and principles that are based on ancient ideas.

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Ancient principles found in American government include liberty, equality, direct democracy, representative government, and separation of powers. The ancient Greeks influenced the idea of citizens participating directly in government, while the Romans influenced the use of elected representatives and a Senate. The Roman system of separating governmental powers is reflected in the three branches of the U.S. government. American rights and equal treatment under the law also connect to ancient ideas of liberty and equality.

Question 4

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B: city-state

Question 5

Which statement best describes how American government compares to the one that existed in ancient Athens?

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C: Both governments encouraged citizens to participate in the decision-making process.

Question 6

What is the main idea of Pericles’s statement?

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C: The law treats all men equally.

Question 7

Did your response include any of the following principles or ideas?

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Question 8

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B: Republic

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