Inquiry

This lesson has two parts. 
 What Did Socrates Think of Democracy?

Part 1: The Trial of Socrates


Resources for Inquiry

  1. Textbook
      • Read page 69.

        • On paper, answer the questions at the bottom of the page in "Over to You".

Part 2: Is ancient Athens a good example of democracy?


This is for the Viewpoints debate on pages 70 and 71 of your text. The question is, Is ancient Athens a good example of democracy?


Resources for Inquiry

  1. Textbook
      • Read pages 70 and 71. Consider the facts expressed in the first paragraph. Think about the opinions expressed by various people on the pages.

Notebook


Click here to download, save this file to your Unit 3 Notebook, and complete the "Is Ancient Athens a good example of democracy?" Chart  to note the information you find in your inquiry.
 

Video - Athenian Democracy


As the final activity for this Unit, click here for notes on Chapters 1 to 3 in the textbook and watch the video Greek Government, Part Four: Democracy. It is a fun review! Click on the video below to begin watching.