How was Athenian education different for boys and girls?
How were the youth of Athens educated? Girls were educated in the home and the only “well-educated” women were trained as “hetarae” which were like Greek geishas. Boys were much more educated than girls. They had physical education where they learned sports and gymnastics.
What did peisistratus do?
Peisistratus, also spelled Pisistratus, (born 6th century—died 527 bce), tyrant of ancient Athens whose unification of Attica and consolidation and rapid improvement of Athens’s prosperity helped to make possible the city’s later preeminence in Greece.
Who would be considered a citizen in ancient Athens?
To be classed as a citizen in fifth-century Athens you had to be male, born from two Athenian parents, over eighteen years old, and complete your military service. Women, slaves, metics and children under the age of 20 were not allowed to become citizens.
What were the social duties and responsibilities of a male citizen of Athens?
Only men could be citizens. Citizens were expected to serve in government positions, to vote and to perform military service. Citizens could send their sons to school and own property.
What were male citizens responsibilities in ancient Athens Choose three correct answers?
Answer: A to serve as jurors, C to participate, and D to join the army when needed.
Which requirements did people need to meet to participate in ancient Athens democracy Choose three correct answers?
They had to be at least 18 years old. Their parents must have been born in Athens. They had to own land that produced food. They had to be able to pay government leaders.
Who was allowed to participate in Athenian democracy?
Greek democracy created at Athens was direct, rather than representative: any adult male citizen over the age of 20 could take part, and it was a duty to do so. The officials of the democracy were in part elected by the Assembly and in large part chosen by lottery in a process called sortition.
Who really created democracy?
The ancient Greeks and the American colonists struggle to find a voice in government. Both players are driven to build a government run by the people. But only one player can win the race. Who really created democracy?…Who Really Created Democracy?
| Dewey | 321.8 |
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| Lexile Level | 640L |
| ATOS Level | 4.6 |
| AR Points | 0.5 |
| AR Quiz # | 141005 |