Social Groups In Athens Flashcards
1
Q
Who were the Citizens?
A
- Men over 20 years old
- Born of citizens, (Father was a citizen, and mother was a daughter of a citizen)
- Free peasants, (Some rich, some poor)
2
Q
What were the rights of the Citizens?
A
- To own land
* To rule the city
3
Q
The responsibilities of the Citizens were?
A
- Get sons educated
- Army/Navy (Optional)
- Participate in political life
4
Q
Who were the Metics?
A
- Foreigners, (from other cities or non-Greeks)
- Merchants or craftsmen
- Free but could not own land
5
Q
What were the rights of the Metics?
A
*To get rich!
6
Q
The responsibilities of the Metics were?
A
- To pay taxes
- Army (Had to)
- Participate in religious celebrations
7
Q
Who were the Slaves?
A
- Foreigners who were prisoners of war or captured by pirates
- Objects (Not seen as people)
- Kids became slaves
8
Q
What were the rights of Slaves?
A
*None!
9
Q
What were the responsibilities of the Slaves?
A
- Work hard
* Obey master
