Athenian democracy and modern Britain
I can compare ancient Athenian democracy with modern British democracy.
Athenian democracy and modern Britain
I can compare ancient Athenian democracy with modern British democracy.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- The first direct democracy started in Athens; there were three main institutions of this democratic system.
- The institutions were: the Ekklesia, the Boule and the Dikasteria - these were the Assembly, the Council and the Courts.
- Only male Athenian citizens could vote, so many people living in Athens were not involved in this democracy.
- Ancient Athenian democracy has left a lasting legacy in the form of modern British democracy.
- There are similarities and differences between Ancient Athenian democracy and modern British democracy.
Keywords
Direct democracy - direct democracy is a form of government where the people have a direct say over how a country is run
Institutions - an organisation set up for a specific purpose, usually serving the public, is called an institution
Courts - courts are places where law cases and arguments are heard and judged on
Elect - to choose someone by voting for them to represent you in government is to elect them
Legacy - a legacy is the long-lasting impact of historical events, actions, a person or group of people
Common misconception
Elections are the most fair and just way to make decisions.
Elections, when they are run honestly, are a fair and just way to make decisions. However, sometimes people can interfere with results of elections or try to sway people to vote in a certain way which means the outcome can be predictable.
Content guidance
- Depiction or discussion of discriminatory behaviour
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
This content is © Oak National Academy Limited (2024), licensed on Open Government Licence version 3.0 except where otherwise stated. See Oak's terms & conditions (Collection 2).
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a form of government where people have a say over how a country is run
an organisation set up for a specific purpose
places where law cases and arguments are heard
choosing someone by voting for them