The aspect of Athenian society that allowed its citizens to have the time to hold public office and participate in democracy was the use of slavery. In ancient Athens, a significant portion of the labor was carried out by slaves, which enabled free male citizens to engage in political life, hold public office, and participate in the democratic processes without needing to work for their livelihoods. This division of labor created the opportunity for citizens to involve themselves in societal governance.
What aspect of Athenian society allowed its citizens to have the time to hold public office and participate in the democracy?
The large number of citizens in Athens.
Everyone in Athens was rich.
The use of slavery.
Not all of the citizens were able to participate in the democracy.
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