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How did tyrants sometimes lose power?
because they were overthrown by their people
The people carry out their ruling power by?
making laws themselves
Why was Solon popular among some Athenian farmers and unpopular against other?
Solon's role was to stop the exploitation of the small farmers against exploitation by the big landowners. Obviously this created friends and enemies. After his efforts, power to the oligarch re-emerged and the lower people turned to tyrants to balance the structure.
How did Egyptian rulers govern their empire?
By ruling with absolute power over the people.
Why were tyrants able to seize control from Greek to nobles?
the tyrants were able to seize power from the nobles because they had the help and support of the Greek farmers, merchants, and the artisans.
Did tyrants take ruling power against the will of the people?
true
Did tyrants take ruling power against people?
Yes
How did tyrants sometimes lose power?
because they were overthrown by their people
Did tyrants allow slavery?
no tyrants seized power illegally
How can a king become a tyrant?
By ruling ruthlessly and w/o concern for his Citizens.
How did tyrants often come to power in Greece?
Tyrants worked to help the poor
What rule of the nobles was cut short because tyrants had the backings of what people?
The rule of the nobles was often cut short because tyrants had the backing of the common people or the lower classes. These tyrants capitalized on the discontent and grievances of the masses against the aristocracy, promising reforms and greater rights. By rallying popular support, they were able to undermine the power of the noble class and seize control. This dynamic is particularly evident in ancient Greek city-states, where tyrants emerged during periods of social and economic unrest.
How did power shift from aristocrats to tyrants in Greek city-state?
The tyrants took over
Tyrants were power-hungry militants who grabbed absolute control by popular vote?
Tyrants
What is tyrants in ancient Greece?
Tyrants were generaally wealthy landowners who were brought to power by the lower classes who had become tired of being held down and exploited by the oligarchs (small number of aristocrats) ruling the city-states. The tyrant was put in sole charge on the understanding that he ruled to the general good. They were vilified by those who had been replaced and today the word has a bad meaning. To the majority of people who got a fair deal from them they were a godsend.
Who did the tyrants seize power from?
greece
The people carry out their ruling power by?
making laws themselves
