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QuizMultiple Choice

Introduction to American Government — Test

Question 23 • Civics and Government

During Athens’ first democracy, the people

Answer
A
were divided based on wealth.
B
rejected the theories of Solon.
C
were divided based on education.
D
embraced the theories of Cleisthenes.

Explanation

Cleisthenes is often called the founder of Athenian democracy. His reforms reorganized citizens into new political groups and increased their role in governing, so the people embraced his ideas. Solon had earlier divided citizens into classes based on wealth, making choice A a tempting but incorrect answer for this question.

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