1. greek and roman legacies to the modern world include contributions to modern law and government. briefly describe how modern law and government have been influenced by classical greece and rome. include at least two examples from the greeks and two examples from the romans.

The Greeks started direct democracy which is rule by the people. They also used a jury of 'peers' that is like the 7th amendment: "the accused shall enjoy the right to a speedy and public trial, by an impartial jury."
The Romans built on direct democracy to a representative democracy. They also introduced the assembly who approved or rejected laws, a right that is seen in all branches of the US government.