Question

Why do
you think ancient Greece decided to form a democratic government?

Answer 1

Modern day democracy is different than the Greek’s take on democracy. In Greece, all adults were required to take part in government, either by voting to elect officials, or just take an active part in government overall. If they did not, they would be required to serve a penalty. In conclusion, the citizens wanted a more active part in government, (wanted a say in who was an official), and it had a big impact on our modern democracy.

Answer 2

Solon (in 594 BC), Cleisthenes (in 508/7 BC), and Ephialtes (in 462 BC) contributed to the development of Athenian democracy. Cleisthenes broke up the power of the nobility by organizing citizens into ten groups based on where they lived, rather than on their wealth. The longest-lasting democratic leader was Pericles.