Ancient Greece
What is a democracy?
A government where people have power
What are laws?
Rules set by a government
What is an economy?
The system of producing and distributing goods
What is a citizen?
A legal member of a country
What impact would no agriculture have?
No civilizations/cities
What is a polis?
A Greek city-state
What is a republic?
A government where people elect leaders
What is trade?
The exchange of goods and services
What are rights?
Freedoms protected by law
Common civilization patterns seen?
Rivers + government + religion
What were Athens known for?
Democracy and education
What type of government did Rome have?
Republic (early), then Empire
What is supply?
The amount of goods available
What is government?
A system that makes and enforces laws
Why writing mattered?
To keep a written record of laws, trade, etc.
What were Sparta known for?
Military strength
What was the Roman Senate?
A governing body of Rome
What is demand?
The desire to buy goods
What are responsibilities?
Duties of citizens
Why were city-states often in conflict?
Competition for land and resources
What is Hellenistic culture?
A blend of Greek and other cultures
What caused the fall of Rome?
Invasions, weak leadership, economic problems
What is scarcity?
Limited resources
What type of government is the U.S.?
A Federal constitutional republic or Democratic Republic
What weakens a civilization internally?
Corruption, inequality, instability