GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

GK

WORLD HISTORY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Who could be citizens in most ancient civilizations?
A
Native-born men and women
B
Free, native-born, land-owning men
C
Land-owning women
D
Foreign-born men
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Athens & Sparta That meant that each city, each polis, was able to define the concept of citizenship in its own way. The most famous example of Greek citizenship came from the city of Athens. Athens was a democracy, and every citizen had the right to vote on political matters.

Detailed explanation-2: -All citizens were expected to vote, but they were also expected to serve in the government if necessary. In Athens, the people governed, and the majority ruled. All citizens had equal rights and powers. In a city-state as small as Athens, a pure democracy was possible.

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