2 - Governments in Greece 2.3

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2.3 Governments in Greece

Which different governments did the poleis have? 

Today

At the end of the lesson you can name the 4 types of governments in Greece 

- Democracy 

- Monarchy 

- Aristocracy

- Tyranny

Take notes!

This is a lesson-up lesson, so keep Word or a notebook + pen ready

What is a polis?

What did all the poleis have in common?

Monarchy

Monarchy: a form of government led by a king. 

- 1 person makes the decisions

- His children inherit power 

Which country is still a monarchy?

1. The United States
2. The Netherlands
3. Greece
4. Egypt

Why is it hard to be sure if a king will be a good leader?

Aristocracy

Aristocracy: a form of government in which a small group of noblemen have power. 

Nobles: important families (adel)

- They took decisions together 

- Only a small group of people

Would you prefer to live in a monarchy, or an aristocracy? Please explain why

Tyranny

Tyranny: a form of government where one person takes power

A tyrant is a hard, unfair ruler. 

He often comes from the army.

What is the difference between a king and a tyrant?

Democracy

Democracy: a form of government where people vote for decisions/rulers. 

This was only in Athens

Only a certain group could vote!

Which groups could not vote in Athens?

What now?

I'll give you back your test

Check the points, add them up. 

Listen carefully.

Raise your  hand if you have a question. Ask a lot of questions!

Sometimes I'll ask someone to read out their answer. Pay attention!

What now? 

Make from assignment 1, 2, 3 from 2.3

You can make it online or in your workbook