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Influence of Greek and Roman Government — Quiz

Question 8 • Civics and Government

An influential aspect of Athenian government on modern democracies is

Answer
A
the use of juries to decide trials.
B
the presumption of innocence.
C
the belief in equality.
D
the creation of written laws.

Explanation

Athenian citizens served on large juries and voted to decide legal cases, an early form of citizen participation in government. Modern democracies continue to use juries in many trials, so the use of juries is the best answer. The presumption of innocence and written laws have roots in other legal traditions as well.

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