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Democracy in Athens Key Terms

Directions: Define each term in your own words after viewing the corresponding slide.

monarchy-_________________________________________________________________
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oligarchy-_________________________________________________________________
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tyranny-__________________________________________________________________
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direct democracy-___________________________________________________________
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assembly-_________________________________________________________________
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citizen-___________________________________________________________________
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Name____________________________________________________ Date_______________________

Democracy in Athens Key Terms

Directions: Define each term in your own words after viewing the corresponding slide.

monarchy-_____a type of government where one person has the power and the power is
passed on to their kids, like a king_____

oligarchy-____a type of government where a few really rich people have all of the power
and can make all of the decisions_____

tyranny-_____a type of government where one person take the power by force and are
backed by an army

direct democracy-___a type of government where regular people make decisions together

assembly-___when a group of citizens get together to discuss and vote on issues

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citizen-___a person who has the right to participate in government and can
vote_______________________________________________________________