Question

1. which of the following ancient civilizations established a republican form of government?

a. roman
b. egyptian
c. greek
d. persian

1. during the 6th century b.c.e., the ancient athenians divided the powers of their government between two assemblies and guaranteed certain political rights to all male citizens. how do these political reforms best illustrate how societies develop?

a. by limiting government authority
b. by choosing government leaders
c. by improving government services
d. by reducing government expenditures

1. a certain country is characterized by the following traits:
2. power achieved through inheritance
3. same ruling family for over a century
4. finite freedoms and rights
5. hierarchical social status
6. single established state religion

the establishment and maintenance of these traits is based on which of the following principles?
a. popular sovereignty
b. due process of law
c. social contract theory
d. divine right of kings

1. which modern democratic concept practiced in the united states is most like the democratic process of ancient greece?

a. the referendum
b. the presidential election
c. the primary election
d. the nominating convention

Explanation:

1. The Roman civilization had a republican form of government. In the Roman Republic, there were elected officials and a system of checks and balances among different branches of government.
2. Dividing government powers between two assemblies limits government authority. This is a key aspect of how societies develop in terms of political structure - by not concentrating all power in one entity.
3. The traits described (power through inheritance, same ruling family, etc.) are characteristic of the divine right of kings. This concept holds that a monarch's power is given by God, which justifies inheritance, a long - ruling family, and a hierarchical social structure with limited freedoms (as the king's will is seen as God - given and supreme).
4. The referendum in the United States is similar to the democratic process in ancient Greece. In ancient Greece, citizens directly participated in decision - making. A referendum is a form of direct democracy where citizens vote directly on an issue.

Answer:

1. A. Roman
2. A. by limiting government authority
3. D. divine right of kings
4. A. the referendum