Mark each statement if it describes a key characteristic of Athenian democracy.

A.

Ten elected generals were responsible for carrying on the work of the Assembly and Council.

B.

Paid juries of citizens heard legal cases and made decisions.

C.

Power was in the hands of the people and all citizens were equal before the law.

D.

Though all citizens were equal, only the wealthy and well-born were likely to serve as jurors or council members.

Question

History

Jerimiah Dougherty

20 December, 04:02

Mark each statement if it describes a key characteristic of Athenian democracy.

A.

Ten elected generals were responsible for carrying on the work of the Assembly and Council.

B.

Paid juries of citizens heard legal cases and made decisions.

C.

Power was in the hands of the people and all citizens were equal before the law.

D.

Though all citizens were equal, only the wealthy and well-born were likely to serve as jurors or council members.

+5

Answers (1)

Know the Answer?

Cujo · Answer 1

"B. Paid juries of citizens heard legal cases and made decisions" and " C.

Power was in the hands of the people and all citizens were equal before the law" and " D. Though all citizens were equal, only the wealthy and well-born were likely to serve as jurors or council members. " are correct. But it should be clear that citizenship had a narrower definition than it does today.