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Athens was the spear head of democracy. Athenians placed a high value on study and intellect. This intellectual culture and the studies of science, philosophy and history lead to a democratic system. Not all of the Greek city-states had a democracy, for example Sparta had two kings and the Minoans had a monarchy as well.
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What was one reason city-states shifted to democracy?
One reason city-states shifted to democracy was because the people wanted a say in the government. They wanted to be able to vote on laws.
How did Greek city-states apply democracy how did they limit democracy?
they helped each other
How was the invention of direct democracy linked to city states?
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What were 2 common types of government in early Greek city-states?
oilgarch monarchy democracy
Who was the athenian leader who started the wheels of democracy in Greece?
Solon
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