Origins and Background
What was democracy in ancient Athens?
It was a system where citizens directly participated in decision-making.
Who could vote in Athens?
Free adult male citizens born in Athens.
What was the Assembly (Ekklesia)?
A gathering where citizens debated and voted on laws.
What type of democracy did Athens have?
Athens had a direct democracy.
How does this compare to Canada today?
In Canada, most adults can vote regardless of gender or background.
Where was Athens located?
In Ancient Greece, on the Balkan Peninsula.
Who was excluded from democracy?
Women, slaves, and foreigners (metics).
Where did democracy begin?
Democracy began in Athens,in ancient Greece.
What is direct democracy?
Citizens vote directly on laws and decisions.
What was ostracism?
A vote to send someone away for 10 years.
What role did public speaking play?
It was very important; persuasive speakers could influence decisions.
What was direct democracy?
A system where citizens vote on laws themselves.
When did Athenian democracy develop?
Around 500 BCE.
Was Athenian democracy fair for everyone?
No, many people were excluded.
Why was ostracism used?
To protect democracy from harmful leaders.
What is representative democracy
people elect leaders to represent them
How is Canada’s system different from Athens?
Canada uses representative democracy, not direct democracy.
Who was Cleisthenes?
A leader who helped develop democracy in Athens.
did athens always have democracy?
no, it was ruled by tyrants and kings
where did they meet in the assembly?
on the hill also known as (pnyx)