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Initially they were appointed to solve the problems between aristocrats and the lower classes dominated and exploited by the upper class. Their task was to create a balance to protect the interests of both sides.They were also used by empires eg the Persian Empire to rule a city and keep its people under control.
The early tyrants of Athens had a problem - to stop the aristocrats from assassinating them, they had to hire a strong guard to protect them. To pay the guard they had to impose a tax. Neither aristocrats or the lower classes liked taxes, so the tyrants, even though they tried to do their job fairly, became unpopular and were expelled.
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Which groups in greek city-states did not want the nobles to rule?
tyrants
What tyrants did?
temples
How are tyrants different in Greece than they are now?
There are no tyrants in Greece. Greece is a democratic country.Answer:In its past Greece had many tyrants. Essentially tyrants, then as now, seize power outside of the democratic processes of the society. Tyranny is usually looked on as bad thing as there is no peaceful way to change to a different leader.
What was a major accomplishment of cleisthenes?
A major accomplishment of the Cleisthenes was that as before ,all the male citizens could participate in the assembly and vote on laws. Assembly members could now discuss issues freely, hear legal and appoint army officals.
What is tyrants in ancient Greece?
Tyrants were generaally wealthy landowners who were brought to power by the lower classes who had become tired of being held down and exploited by the oligarchs (small number of aristocrats) ruling the city-states. The tyrant was put in sole charge on the understanding that he ruled to the general good. They were vilified by those who had been replaced and today the word has a bad meaning. To the majority of people who got a fair deal from them they were a godsend.
How was the rule by thirty tyrants different from the rule under Pericles?
Be quiet
When of rule of the tyrants?
7th and 6th Centuries BCE.
Which groups in greek city-states did not want the nobles to rule?
tyrants
How did ancient Greek philosophers help the development of democracy?
ending the rule of tyrants.
How did the rule by tyrants affect the city states?
Tyrants effectected how the people would live. They some times destroyed them. They would make the city-states do what he/she wants by force.
What are some reasons why tyrants take control of governments?
For power, total control, and totalitarian rule.
What are tryants?
Tyrants are rulers who use their powers to oppress their people. Their regimes are usually characterized by a complete disregard of the rule of law, and the notion that the tyrant and his cronies can do whatever they want to whoever they want because they have the power to do so. Not all autocrats are tyrants, but tyrants are invariably autocrats.
By 500 BC what did most city-states become?
Oligarchies - rule by an aristocracy - the kings and tyrants were gone.
As Imperial rulers the Persians were tolerant they treated their conquered people fairly so why did the Ionians rebelled against Persian rule?
The Ionians were not satisfied with the tyrants appointed by Persia to rule them.
What were the key factors Leading to the rise of tyrants?
tyrants played an important role in the development of rule by the people. they helped to overthrow the oligarchies. the also showed that if common people united behind a leader, they could gain the power to make changes.
Why were tyrants able to seize the control from Greek nobles?
They were able to seize control because they had the support of Greek farmers, merchants and artisans, who were sick and tired of being exploited - the tyrants were appointed to bring in rule for all, not just the upper class.
How did rule by tyrants affect city states?
Because they had a little say so.
