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During several periods in the 7th, 6th and 5th centuries BCE Athens was controlled by an oligarchy, eventually becoming a democracy, then reverting to various forms of governments under kings, dictators and limited forms of democracy within the Macedonian and Roman empires.
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∙ 8y ago
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∙ 11y agoYes,because by 800 B.C, most Greek city-states including Athens was ruled by a small group of wealthy men. These men were called oligarchys, from a Greek word that means "few", since the city-state was once ruled by a few they were back then considered an oligarchy, as well as today.
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Why was Athens considered at one point oligarchy?
The aristocrats dominated Athenian society..!Hope this help!
Who were the real leaders of Athens?
Pericles was considered one of the greatest rulers.
What is the country of Athens?
Athens is the capital city of Greece. It is considered one of the oldest city of the world with a recorded history of 3500 years.
Was Socrates from Greece?
Yes, Socrates was from Greece. He was born in Athens in 470 BC and is considered one of the founders of Western philosophy.
How was Athens considered an oligarchy at one point?
Until Cleisthenes set up a democracy in 508 BCE, the aristocratic Council on the Areopagus ruled the city. This Council was an oligarchy which means 'rule by the few' (a monarchy = rule by one, a democracy = people power).
Is it considered a line having only one point?
nope
Why as the Acropolis in Athens spelled with a capital A?
An acropolis in Greece was a high point of a city which provided a defensive refuge in time of invasion. The one in Athens was called the Acropolis as a proper noun of a specific location, just like Athens is, and like Mount Olympus is, and the Bronx and the Mall are.
In what ways was Athens not a true democrocy?
The main criticism of ancient Athenian democracy is the limitations Athenian law placed upon who could be considered a citizen. The only Athenians who were considered full citizens were Athens-born men of at least 18 years of age. And to be considered Athens-born, both of one's parents had to have been citizens. But while women could be considered citizens, they had no voice in the Assembly, and no real rights within the democracy. Furthermore, slaves had no voice whatsoever in the Athenian democracy.
Why do Chinese people point with an open hand rather than one finger?
Pointing with an open hand is considered more polite and respectful in Chinese culture compared to pointing with a single finger, which can be seen as aggressive or rude. Using an open hand is a way to avoid confrontation and maintain harmony in social interactions.
How many Athens are there?
There are 2 Athens in the world. One is the capitl city of Greece and the other one is a small town in Georgia. (Thats in the U.S) THERES ANOTHER ATHENS IN TEXAS SMARTEE !!!! There are many other towns in the US named Athens: Athens, TN Athens, AL Athens, OH Athens, CA Athens, AR Athens, IL Athens, IN Athens, LA Athens, ME Athens, MI Athens, MS Athens, NY Athens, PA Athens, VT Athens, VA Athens, WV Athens, WI Athens, KS The bottom line is there are a lot of cities/towns named Athens. There are 23 in North America alone. All of them are named after the original city of Athens in Greece.
Who were ancient spartas allies?
At one point it was Athens but they turned on Sparta.
Which of the following is considered one of the undefined terms of geometry?
point line and plane
