1.1 Influential Cultures
This Greek term translates "Rule by the People"
Democracy
Hips don't lie, Waka Waka, and Try Everything
Shakira
Homer, Bart, Marge, Lisa, and Maggie
The Simpsons
This group in ancient Rome helped make laws and inspired the U.S. Congress.
Senate
Ancient Athens encouraged citizens to take part in government through this practice.
Civics participation
The First Amendment protects this right connected to Judeo-Christian ideas.
Freedom of religion
This ancient Babylonian set of laws is one of the earliest written legal codes in history.
Hammurabi code
This Judeo-Christian ideal states, no one is above the law. even individuals in power.
Rule of law
Father stretch my hands, flashing lights, and Stronger
Kanye West
Peter, Lois, Stewie, Meg, and Chris
The Griffins/ family guy
Rome used this type of government where citizens elect officials to represent them.
Representative democracy
In Athens, citizens voted directly on laws in this form of government.
Direct democracy
Treating people fairly and equally under the law reflects this principle.
Justice
This legal system developed in England relies heavily on court decisions and precedent.
English common law
Ancient Rome and the United States share this type of government.
Republic or Representative Democracy
Sunflower, rockstar, and Congratulations
Postg Malone
Stan, Francine, Haley, Steve, and Roger
The Smiths/ American dad
Voting, serving on juries, and participating in government are examples of this civic duty.
Civics participation
Greece influenced the idea that government rules should be written down in this document.
Written constitution
The belief that every person has value and dignity is known as this.
Individual worth
This type of law deals with crimes and punishments against society.
Criminal law
This ancient culture also had a senate.
Ancient Rome
Halo, Texas Hold'em, and Crazy in Love
Beyonce
Fred, Wilma, Pebbles and their pet Dino
The Flintstones
Rome divided government responsibilities, influencing this principle in the U.S. government.
Separation of powers
Athens expanded this important democratic principle for citizens.
Voting rights
Judeo-Christian teachings emphasize accountability through these.
Personal responsibility
This type of law handles disputes between people or groups, such as contracts or property disagreements.
Civil law
In this type of government citizens directly participate in law making.
Direct Democracy
Bohemian Rhapsody, Another one Bites the Dust, and We Will Rock you
Queen
Nicole, Darwin, and Richard
The Watersons Gumball
This principle means everyone, including leaders, must obey the law.
Rule of law
This governing group in Athens helped create laws and advise the assembly.
Council of 500
This idea states that laws apply equally to everyone, even leaders.
Rule of law
This type of law is based on interpreting and applying the U.S. Constitution.
Constitutional law