Vocabulary
Refers to something from a time more than 2500 years ago.
Ancient
This group was at the bottom of the social structure and was owned by private Athenians or by the City-State.
What year did government take place in Ancient Athens?
500 BCE
Has a representative Democracy.
Canada
What are the 3 pillars of Athenian Democracy? (Has to be in the right order)
The Assembly, The Council of 500, The Court
Is made up of a city and surrounding countryside, independent from others.
City-State
This group were not allowed to vote and taught their daughters at home.
Women
What does BCE stand for?
Before Christ/ Before the Common Era
Leaders chosen randomly by lottery.
Athens
How many Assembly meetings took place a year?
40- every 8-10 days
Also known as the Boule, the place where the council of 500 met.
Bouleuterion
This group of Athenians was allowed to vote and join the Military.
Men/Male Citizens
What was the main market place in Athens?
The Agora
All citizens, over the age of 18 have the right to vote.
Canada
1 pro and 1 con to having a Direct Democracy?
Miss. G will decide if you have provided the correct answer as there are a few options.
A long poem that tells a story, usually about a legendary hero.
Epic
This group was allowed to attend school?
Boys
What age did boys leave school at to begin work or learn a trade?
13 or 14
Individual and minority rights less important than the common good.
Athens
What was the Council of 500, where did they meet?
Also known as the Boule, was a governing body in ancient Athens composed of 500 citizens chosen by lottery. Its main responsibility was to propose laws and policies to the Athenian Assembly for approval.
-Positions were chosen through lottery.
-Citizens could only serve twice.
-Council planned the agenda for the Assembly meetings.
-Met at the Bouleuterion.
A decision made by people who are in authority.
Decree
What age did a girl turn when her father would choose a husband for her?
15
Name 3 of the major City-States in
Ancient Greece.
Athens, Sparta, Troy, Mycenae, Olympia
Majority rule used.
Both
How many people had to be on a jury?
Between 501-1500 people