Identify whether each statement is a characteristic of Athenian democracy or US democracy.

Athenian Democracy:

leaders chosen by lot

only men allowed to vote

direct democracy

US democracy:

citizens over 18 vote

leaders elected by voters

representative democracy

Explanation:

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Ten elected generals were responsible for carrying on the work of the Assembly and Council.

Paid juries of citizens heard legal cases and made decisions.

Power was in the hands of the people and all citizens were equal before the law.

Explanation:

Athenian democracy is a form of direct democracy in ancient Greece that was practiced in Athens for about 100 years. It is developed around the 6th century and known as the first democracy of the world. The three major characteristics are as follows-

1. Ten elected generals were responsible for carrying on the work of the Assembly and Council.

2. All free males over 18 born to Athenian parents were citizens.

3 Paid juries of citizens heard legal cases and made decisions.

4. All citizens served in the Assembly.

5. The Council of Athens carried on the daily business of the city.

6. Power was in the hands of the people and all citizens were equal before the law.