Ancient Greek Government Systems

In a monarchy, how many people are in charge of the government

• Two people
• One person
• A council of elders
• The entire population

How were kings in a monarchy chosen?

• By drawing straws
• Passed down from fathers to children

• By being the tallest person in the kingdom
• Fighting for who wins the spot

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What powers did kings have in a monarchy?

• All of the above

• lead religious ceremonies

• Act as judges

• create laws and lead armies

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What was the name of the counsil that kings had in a monarchy to help advise them?

• aristocrats

• Privy Council
• Public Council
• Monarch's Committee

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Who were aristocrats in a monarchy?

• Peasants or lower class individuals
• Merchants or business owners
• wealthy men with large pieces of land

• Criminals or outlaws

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By 800 B.C.E. why were very few city-states ruled by kings?

• aristocrats overthrew kings to take power for themselves

• Due to the lack of resources
• Transition to other types of government

• As a result of foreign invasions

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Who rules in an oligarchy?

• A large group of people
• A small group of people
• The majority of the population
• A single ruler

What types of people made up the government in an oligarchy?

• religious leaders
• ruling elite
• Aristocrats and wealthy merchants

• government workers

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What was the problem with the oligarchy in Ancient Greece?

• the rich became richer and the poor became poorer

• Involvement of all citizens in decision-making
• Equal distribution of power among all citizens
• Lack of a strong central government

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Why did the oligarchy end in Ancient Greece?

• Conflicts between the ruling elite, economic instability, and the rise of democratic movements
• The democratic movements lost support and influence
• The ruling elite became more powerful and unified
• The economy became more stable and prosperous

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