Ancient Greece
What city-state is called the birthplace of democracy?
Athens
What type of government did Rome create that influenced the U.S.?
Republic
These two religions influenced American democracy?
Judaism and Christianity
Who could NOT be a citizen in Athens?
Women, slaves, foreigners
What was the purpose of checks and balances?
To prevent abuse of power
What does “monotheism” mean?
Belief in one God
What does “rule of law” mean in Ancient Greece?
Even leaders must follow laws
Name the three branches of Roman government
Legislative, Executive, Judicial
What principle says everyone, even leaders, must follow the law?
Rule of Law
What duty did citizens have besides voting?
Military service or jury duty
What written laws were Rome’s first?
The Twelve Tables
Which moral code influenced U.S. laws?
The Ten Commandments
Name one way Ancient Greece still influences democracy today?
voting, free speech, rule of law
What idea from Rome’s legal system do we still use today in court?
Innocent until proven guilty
How does the belief that all people are created in God’s image connect to democracy?
Equality and human dignity