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We learnt the their model of direct democracy did not work. The gullible people were led astray by demagogues which led to great loss for the people. Our modern representative democracy, for all it's faults, puts a space between poor or self-interested leadership and impulsive action by the people.

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What was the government of Greek called?

Greece began by having monarchies, then oligarchies, then tyrannies and then democracies. The Greek Government is currently a democracy, but modern democracy finds it's roots in ancient Greece.


What are two similarities between modern U.S and ancient Greece?

We both have the Olympics (Ancient Greeks made it)We both have democracy (Ancient Greeks made this as well)


How are the ancient Greek and the modern day form of democracy the same?

They are not. There was only one city state in ancient Greece (Athens) that was very briefly a very limited form of democracy (only freeborn upperclass men). All other city states of ancient Greece were kingdoms or other authoritarian government systems.


Compare and contrast ancient Greece and modern America?

Ancient Greece had much less technology, and their democracy (direct democracy) is very different from the current Greek democracy. Also, Ancient Greece believed in Greek gods and that they caused natural disasters, while today Greece has scientific explanations for natural events. There are many other differences. You should search this on Google.


What was the success of ancient Greece?

The success of ancient Greece can be attributed to its innovations in philosophy, democracy, and the arts, which laid the foundation for Western civilization. The establishment of city-states, particularly Athens, fostered a culture of political debate and civic participation. Additionally, advancements in science, mathematics, and theater reflected a vibrant intellectual life that influenced future generations. Greece's rich cultural legacy continues to resonate in modern thought and society.

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Who contributed to the ideas of modern democracy?

Ancient Greece and modern day Democrats


What was the government of Greek called?

Greece began by having monarchies, then oligarchies, then tyrannies and then democracies. The Greek Government is currently a democracy, but modern democracy finds it's roots in ancient Greece.


How does Greece culture effect everyday life?

.Modern or Ancient Greek? If ancient, they invented democracy for starters,


In which way does the modern US government differ from that of ancient Greece?

the united states is a representative democracy


Which diagram accurately reflects how a historical society influenced the modern US government?

Ancient Greece >>>>> developed ideas of direct democracy -APEX


Is your Greece known for anything special or unique?

Greece was home to an important ancient civilization that has influenced the modern world in countless ways.


What are two similarities between modern U.S and ancient Greece?

We both have the Olympics (Ancient Greeks made it)We both have democracy (Ancient Greeks made this as well)


What aspect of ancient Greece has had the greatest influence on the world?

The aspect of ancient Greece that has had the greatest influence on the world is its development of democracy, which has served as a model for modern democratic systems around the globe.


Where did the Democracy begin?

Ancient Greece is credited with creating the first democracies. Although there should be noted that Ancient Greexe wasn't a democracy like we know in the modern world. They weren't particularily egalitarian states, since foreigners, slaves, women, and unpropertied males weren't allowed to vote/participate.


Why Greek history is important?

Ancient Greece influenced much of the modern world and other civilizations of the time. The Roman Empire would have a very different religion without the Ancient Greeks.


What are three things that ancient Greek culture has given modern culture?

Ancient Greece has given us democracy. They have also given us Theatre. Ancient Greece has also given us ideas in structural integrity.


How are modern and ancient Greece the same?

Modern Greece have many cultures and festival traditions which had also occured in Ancient Greece.