Which of the following ancient civilizations established a republican form of government?
o :## Roman
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 p...
Which of the following ancient civilizations established a republican form of government?
o :## Roman
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?
o :## by limiting government authority
A certain country is characterized by the following traits: 1. power achieved through
inheritance 2. same ruling family for over a century 3. finite freedoms and rights 4.
hierarchical social status 5. single established state religion
The establishment and maintenance of these traits is based on which of the following
principles?
o :## divine right of kings
Which modern democratic concept practiced in the United States is most like the
democratic process of ancient Greece?
o :## the referendum
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What is the principal function of a written constitution?outlining the structure and powers
of a government
o :## outlining the structure and powers of a government
Which of the following objectives best describes the purpose of the system of checks and
balances, as defined in the U.S. Constitution?
o :## keeping any one of the three branches of government from becoming too powerful
Which modern process would be supported by the ancient Greeks?
o :## electing governors
Laws against defamation, including libel and slander, property damage and breach of
contract represent which legal concern underlying most Western nations?
o :## civil law
Use the passage below, from an exchange between former president Nixon and a television
interviewer, to answer the question that follows. "Well, when the president does it, that
means that it is not illegal"--Richard M. Nixon Source: The Washington Post, June 5, 1977
Which constitutional principle does the statement from President Nixon contradict?
o :## rule of law
.Which form of government is based on popular sovereignty?
o :## republic
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