Why Was the Notion of Citizenship Such a Radical Innovation

question 47

Multiple Choice

Why was the notion of citizenship such a radical innovation in ancient Greece?

• A) The ancient world was otherwise characterized by monarchies and legal inequality.
• B) Learning of the new rights for citizens, slaves rose up to demand citizenship as well.
• C) It promoted a movement toward direct democracy in most Greek city-states, including Athens, Corinth, and Sparta.
• D) All citizens were endowed with the right to hold political office.

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