VOCAB
What is the term for the written code of laws?
The Ten Commandments
What are two beliefs of Judaism?
They believe in one god and that people have the will to choose between good and evil.
system for exercising authority
Government
government in which citizens elect the leaders who make government decisions
republic
Allowed citizens to vote and allowed some citizens to participate in government
Solon
What is the term for the church that developed from Christianity and is led by the Pope?
The Roman Catholic Church
Why did the Romans stop persecuting Christians?
Constantine believed God helped him win battles.
government controlled by one person
aristocratic branch of Rome’s government
senate
Allowed citizens to suggest laws to government
Cleisthenes
What cultural movement, beginning in Italy in the 1300s, emphasized art, literature, and humanism?
Renaissance
Why did Muslims tolerate Jews and Christians?
Muslim laws required them to accept the laws of other people in the area.
state ruled by the noble class
aristocracy
Who were not considered citizens in Athens during the time of Solon?
Women, slaves, and foreign residents
Allowed citizens to participate directly in government activities
Pericles
What is the name of the religious reform movement that began in the 16th century?
Where did the Reformation begin?
In Germany
government ruled by a few powerful people
oligarchy
Why did democracy end in Greece?
Another kingdom attacked and defeated the Greek armies.
RANDOM QUESTION: WHO WAS THE GOD OF THE UNDERWORLD?
Hades
What is the primary belief in Judaism regarding the nature of God? They believe in only.......
One God. Monotheism
Who is the person that began public ministry when we was 30?
Jesus
The idea that people can govern themselves
democracy
How was the Roman legislative branch organized?
The legislative branch was comprised of the senate and two assemblies.
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