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How did the political system of ancient Athens differ from the political system of the United States today?

Ancient Athens had a direct democracy, while the United States has a representative democracy.
Ancient Athens had a representative democracy, while the United States has a direct democracy.
Ancient Athens had a dictatorship, while the United States has a direct democracy.
Ancient Athens had a dictatorship, while the United States has a limited democracy.

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Ancient Athens had a direct democracy, while the United States has a representative democracy.

Explanation: In Athens eligible citizens voted directly on laws and policy in the Assembly, whereas in the U.S. citizens elect representatives (and officials) who make laws and govern on their behalf, with a written constitution and separation of powers.