Intro and Ch. 1
Where did democracy first begin and what was an issue with it?
It first began in Ancient Greece and the issue was that only some people were able to vote.
Where did parliaments occur in England?
They occurred wherever the king happened to be.
Who were two groups of people that were not allowed to vote under American democracy?
Aspiring
The state of wanting to achieve a goal
Name three groups of people that were NOT allowed to vote in Ancient Rome?
Slaves, women, and foreigners
What was the origin of the two houses of parliaments?
King Edward I of England invited both the nobility and the common representatives to his parliaments.
What abolished slavery?
The 13th amendment
Prosper
To become successful or thrive
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Aspiring
What happened to leaders in Athens who wanted to promote democracy?
They were overthrown and replaced by autocratic leaders.
What two European countries had nepotism?
Italy and England
What was the first self-governing country to give women the right to vote?
New Zealand
Abolish
To get rid of something, usually in the context of the government
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Privilege
Describe the process of political discussions in Athens.
Voters met on Pnyx Hill and citizen imitators spoke up for anybody who wanted to raise an issue.
How were England's nobles able to limit the power of the king, such as King John?
They had them sign the Magna Carta.
Name a situation that shows how the American democracy was working well at first.
The Constitution allowed Jefferson to become vice president and to challenge John Adams OR the House of Representatives voted that Jefferson should be president when he was tied with Aaron Burr
Parliament
A political meeting to discuss issues
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Parliament
What was considered the political center of Ancient Athens?
Pnyx Hill
What happened to direct democracy in Venice?
The wealthy citizens limited the common people's voting rights by ensuring most of the power remained in the hands of the doge.
What was stated in the Declaration of Sentiments?
This was a document that stated all men and women are equal
Autocracy
A form of government where one person has all the power
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Foreigner