direct democracy is a form of government where the people have a direct say over how a country is run

an organisation set up for a specific purpose, usually serving the public, is called an institution

courts are places where law cases and arguments are heard and judged on

to choose someone by voting for them to represent you in government is to elect them

a legacy is the long-lasting impact of historical events, actions, a person or group of people

Athenian democracy and modern Britain

History

In 'Ancient Greek civilisation: what is its most significant legacy?' pupils will take their knowledge of Greek society and culture, deepen this further and explore its lasting legacy. In 'Ancient Greek civilisation: Why is Alexander called 'The Great'?' pupils will learn about the historic enmity between Greece and Persia while reflecting on why Alexander earned the epithet, 'The Great'.

In 'Ancient Greek civilisation: What do we know about Ancient Greece?' pupils expanded their knowledge of the Bronze Age world by learning about the Ancient Greek city-states. In 'Ancient Greek civilisation: what is its most significant legacy?' pupils will take their knowledge of Greek society and culture, deepen this further and explore its lasting legacy.

Ancient Greek civilisation: what is its most significant legacy?

Historic or outdated representations of people that may portray inequality or injustice.

Depiction or discussion of discriminatory behaviour

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 

Match the terms with their correct meanings.

Where did the 'Assembly' happen once a month?

suggesting, debating and voting on important decisions

making decisions about punishments for criminals in Athens

choosing one ruler for the whole of Ancient Greece  

choosing a council of 500 men to represent them in the boule

What was the 'dikasteria' responsible for?

The king makes all the important decisions.

Which of the below statements are true about modern British society?

Complete the sentence.  The {{ }} in London is where the 650 MPs gather to have debates.

How long did the Ancient Greek civilisation approximately last for?

Which of the below civilisations did Ancient Greece develop after?

What were the smaller states that developed in Ancient Greece called?

Complete the sentence. {{ }} was the largest city-state in Ancient Greece.

What was one of the reasons that made Athens one of the most important city-states?

In Ancient Greece, which group of people held the most public power and influence?

Content guidance

Depiction or discussion of discriminatory behaviour

Adult supervision recommended

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.

Athenian democracy and modern Britain

Lesson outcome

Content guidance

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.