Cleisthenes Is Important in the History of Athenian Government Because

question 2

Multiple Choice

Cleisthenes is important in the history of Athenian government because he:

• A) defeated Sparta in a series of brilliant naval campaigns.
• B) rejected the practice of ostracism, which allowed Athenians to banish a citizen for ten years.
• C) championed the cause of the demos and took steps to limit the power of aristocrats.
• D) defeated Persia at the battle of Marathon.
• E) championed the cause of the aristocrats and took steps to limit the power of the demos.

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