Explain what a democracy is and note some prominent examples of this form of government throughout history.
What will be an ideal response?
According to Aristotle's rule of the many: Democracy is a system in which all or most citizens participate directly in either holding office or making policy. Examples: Ancient Greece (4th century B.C.); New England town meetings.
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Which of the following is a characteristic of local trial courts in Texas?
a. There are more than 5,000 municipal courts and justice of the peace courts. b. Municipal courts and justice of the peace courts handle only appellate cases. c. Municipal courts and justice of the peace courts handle only felony cases. d. Local trial courts in Texas handle cases involving not more than $10,000. e. Municipal courts have jurisdiction over most civil matters.