In comparing citizenship in ancient Athens to citizenship in the United States today, the similarities include:
- Only citizens could hold office.
- Only citizens could vote for officials.
In ancient Athens, citizenship was limited to freeborn Athenian males, and only they could participate in political life, including holding office and voting. Similarly, in the United States, citizenship is required to hold federal office and vote in elections, though the criteria and inclusivity have evolved significantly over time.
The other options do not align accurately with the structure of citizenship in either society.