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What is a characteristic of a monarchial system of government?
Which of the following is a key feature of Athenian Democracy?
What is a characteristic of City-States?
Which of the following is a key feature of the Roman Republic?
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What is a characteristic of Tribal Councils?
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Which of the following is an example of a City-State?
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What is a limitation of Athenian Democracy?
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Which of the following is a key feature of a monarchial system of government?
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Study Notes
Early Forms of Government
Monarchy
- A system of government where power is held by one person, usually a king or queen
- Often hereditary, with power passed down through family lines
- Decision-making authority rests with the monarch, with little to no input from citizens
- Examples: Ancient Egypt, Kingdom of Babylon, Medieval Europe
Athenian Democracy
- Developed in ancient Athens, Greece (500 BCE)
- System of government where power is held by citizens, either directly or through elected representatives
- Key features:
- Citizens had the right to participate in decision-making through assemblies and councils
- Election of officials and leaders
- Protection of individual rights and freedoms
- Rotation of offices to prevent abuse of power
- Limited to male citizens, with women, slaves, and non-citizens excluded
City-States
- Independent cities or towns that govern themselves, often with their own laws and institutions
- Examples: Ancient Greece (e.g., Athens, Sparta), Renaissance Italy (e.g., Florence, Venice)
- Characteristics:
- Small, geographically distinct territories
- Often had their own economies, militaries, and cultures
- Governed through various systems, including monarchies, democracies, and oligarchies
Roman Republic
- System of government in ancient Rome (509-27 BCE)
- Mixed constitution, combining elements of monarchy, aristocracy, and democracy
- Key features:
- Elected representatives (senators) advised the government
- Consuls (elected leaders) held executive power
- Assemblies of citizens had the power to pass laws and elect officials
- System of checks and balances to prevent abuse of power
Tribal Councils
- System of government in tribal societies, often found in indigenous cultures
- Decision-making authority rests with a council of leaders or elders
- Key features:
- Collective decision-making, with input from all members
- Often based on consensus or majority agreement
- Emphasis on community and shared responsibility
- Examples: Native American tribes, African tribes, and some Pacific Island nations
Early Forms of Government
Monarchy
- Characterized by a single ruler, usually a king or queen, holding power
- Often hereditary, with power passing down through family lines
- Decision-making authority rests solely with the monarch, with little to no citizen input
- Examples include Ancient Egypt, Kingdom of Babylon, and Medieval Europe
Athenian Democracy
- Developed in ancient Athens, Greece around 500 BCE
- System where power is held by citizens, either directly or through elected representatives
- Key features:
- Citizens have the right to participate in decision-making through assemblies and councils
- Officials and leaders are elected
- Individual rights and freedoms are protected
- Rotation of offices prevents abuse of power
- Limited to male citizens, excluding women, slaves, and non-citizens
City-States
- Independent cities or towns governing themselves, often with their own laws and institutions
- Examples include Ancient Greece (e.g., Athens, Sparta), Renaissance Italy (e.g., Florence, Venice)
- Characteristics:
- Small, geographically distinct territories
- Often have their own economies, militaries, and cultures
- Governed through various systems, including monarchies, democracies, and oligarchies
Roman Republic
- System of government in ancient Rome (509-27 BCE)
- Mixed constitution combining elements of monarchy, aristocracy, and democracy
- Key features:
- Elected representatives (senators) advise the government
- Consuls (elected leaders) hold executive power
- Assemblies of citizens have the power to pass laws and elect officials
- System of checks and balances prevents abuse of power
Tribal Councils
- System of government in tribal societies, often found in indigenous cultures
- Decision-making authority rests with a council of leaders or elders
- Key features:
- Collective decision-making, with input from all members
- Often based on consensus or majority agreement
- Emphasis on community and shared responsibility
- Examples include Native American tribes, African tribes, and some Pacific Island nations
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Explore the basics of monarchy and Athenian democracy, including their characteristics, examples, and historical context.