Unveiling Ancient Athens
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Which city is known for being the birthplace of democracy?

  • Rome
  • Athens (correct)
  • Paris
  • Cairo
  • Which mode of government is most common in the Western World?

  • Tyranny
  • Democracy (correct)
  • Oligarchy
  • Monarchy
  • What did Napoleon imply when he said 'an army marches on its stomach'?

  • The importance of physical fitness in the army
  • The importance of well-provisioned soldiers (correct)
  • The importance of strategy in the army
  • The importance of discipline in the army
  • In which era did Athens begin to rise to prominence?

    <p>Absolute monarchy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the literal meaning of the term 'democracy'?

    <p>Rule by the people</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of Athens in the context of democracy?

    <p>Athens is known for being one of the most radical political experiments in history and the birthplace of democracy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the connection between the term 'democracy' and its literal meaning in Greek?

    <p>The term 'democracy' literally means 'rule by the people' in Greek.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the political landscape like during the era when Athens began to rise to prominence?

    <p>The political landscape during that era consisted of absolute monarchy, aristocratic rule, and tyranny.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Napoleon, what is one of the most important factors for a fighting force?

    <p>Being well-provisioned is one of the most important factors for a fighting force, according to Napoleon.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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