Question 8
Democracy and Representative GovernmentThe idea of democracy as a system of government was inherited from
- A.The USA
- B.Italy
- C.England
- D.Greece
- E.China
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: D (Greece)
Explanation
Democracy began in the ancient Greek city-states, especially Athens; the word comes from Greek 'demos' (people) and 'kratos' (rule).