Society and Politics- Quotes and info Flashcards
1
Q
Aristotle in the Constitution of Athens comparing Solon and Cleisthenes’ reforms
A
These reforms made the constitution much more democratic than that of Solon
2
Q
Pericles about democracy (vs tyranny)
A
in the hands of the many and not of the few
3
Q
Pericles about people under the law
A
Everyone is equal before the law
4
Q
Sexist quote by Pericles
A
The greatest honour a woman can have is to be least spoken of
5
Q
Seisachtheia
A
Shaking off of burdens
6
Q
What happened to Hipparchus and Hippias after Peisistratus’ tyranny?
A
Hipparchus was assassinated
Hippias was overthrown and exiled
7
Q
Old tribes
A
4 Ionian Tribes
8
Q
Bronze statue name
A
Monument of the Eponymous Heroes
9
Q
How many votes to be ostracised?
A
Either:
a quorum of 6000 votes
or a minimum of 6000 votes
10
Q
Name of groups meaning thirds
A
Trittys
