Ancient Greece
What caused Greece to form as a country?
Greco-Persian War
In order, what were the 3 eras of Ancient Rome?
Kingdom, Republic, Empire
What are the 3 branches of government in the United States?
Executive, Legislative, & Judicial
Why is the Constitution important?
It gives us rights.
Greek Philosopher who primarily focused on ethics and encouraged people to question everything
Socrates
Sparta was a __________ state ruled by __________.
Militaristic ; Kings
What were the 2 social classes in ancient Roman society?
(Bonus 200pts: define each)
Plebians & Patricians
(Bonus: Plebians=poor/commoners & Patricians=rich/nobles)
What is a bureaucracy?
A hierarchical administrative system, comprising of officials (civil servants) who manage and implement laws and policies specific to their group/department's area of concern.
What does "amendment" mean?
Fix
(Bonus 300pts: How are amendments made?)
Who was the tutor/teacher of Alexander the Great?
Aristotle
What city was the capital of ancient Greece and is considered to be the birthplace of democracy?
Athens
Who was the last Dictator of Ancient Rome?
Julius Caesar
Name the responsibilities and main position(s) of the Executive branch
Ensure people follow the law. Control the police & Military. President & Governor.
(Bonus 200pts: Who was the Roman Republic's version of a president, and how did it differ from our version of president?)
What are the first 10 Amendments of our Constitution called?
Bill of Rights
When Rome split in half, what new Empire did the Eastern lands become?
(Bonus 200pts: What did they consider their nationality to be and why?
Byzantine Empire
(Bonus 200pts: Roman, to keep that glory and because to them there was no real change in their daily lives when the empire split)
What country was Alexander the Great from?
Macedonia
(Bonus 200pts: Why did I have this under Greece?)
What was the name of the long era of peace started by Emperor Augustus Caesar?
(Bonus 400pts: During this time, what was built to connect all parts of the empire?)
Pax Romana
(Bonus 400pts: Roads and sea routes)
Name 3 responsibilities of the Legislative branch
(Bonus 200pts: Name the positions/groups in it)
Make/write laws, declare war, manage $
(Bonus 200pts: Senate & House of Representatives)
What amendment gave women the right to vote?
(Bonus 300pts: What year was it ratified?)
19th
(Bonus 300pts: 1920)
Roman philosopher who advocated for a mixed government system including both democratic and monarchical systems
Cicero
1000pts: What 2 ancient civilizations were the main inspiration for Ancient Greece?
Minoans and Phoenicians
Who made Christianity the Official Religion of Rome?
Constantine
(Bonus 400pts: Why did he move the capital of the Roman Empire from the city of Rome to Constantinople?)
Name 3 main responsibilities of the Judicial Branch of Government & the main group it is comprised of.
Decide the meaning of laws, ensure laws are constitutional, decide if Executive power has overstepped, decide if certain people have broken the law. Supreme Court.
What amendment mad slavery illegal in the United States?
(Bonus 300pts: What year was it ratified?)
13th
(Bonus 300pts: 1865)
Who were the Jews waiting on to come save them from the Romans?
The Messiah