Which statement best describes a difference between the political systems in ancient Greece and ancient Rome?

A) Ancient Rome was more reflective of Enlightenment principles.

B) Ancient Rome was more focused on protecting individual rights.

C) Ancient Greece was more rooted in the philosophy of absolute monarchy.

D) Ancient Greece was more committed to democratic ideals.

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Evie Montes

1 February, 06:13

Which statement best describes a difference between the political systems in ancient Greece and ancient Rome?

A) Ancient Rome was more reflective of Enlightenment principles.

B) Ancient Rome was more focused on protecting individual rights.

C) Ancient Greece was more rooted in the philosophy of absolute monarchy.

D) Ancient Greece was more committed to democratic ideals.

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Seth Mcmahon · Answer 1

D. Ancient Greece was more committed to democratic ideals.

The Greeks believed in the vote of every citizen of a city or region. Citizenship was available to men only and they would have to be landowning and free. The word democracy comes from the Greek word "demos" meaning from the people.