Early Greece

Question 3 • NY-Global History and Geography I

What is an oligarchy?

Answer

govenment run by a small group of people

government where everyone participates equally

government run by an elected monarchy who rules for life

government where citizens of a city-state share power with each other

Explanation

An oligarchy is a government in which power is held by a small group of people. Choice A describes this; the other choices describe broader participation or rule by a monarch.

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