A)

Question

Use the chart to answer the question.
Main Feature of
Government Characteristics
The ecclesia Assembly voted on political, social, and military issues
Members chosen by lot
Members of the ecclesia all had a voice and could raise
issues or concerns
The Thirty Tyrannical rulers
Made new laws
Used exile and force
Mycenaean Palace Palatial society with a wanax
Council of elders called Gerousia
Strict control over districts
Which statement accurately describes the type of government based on the characteristics in
the chart?
(1 point)
The Thirty was a democracy, the ecclesia was an oligarchy, and the Mycenaean Palace was a
monarchy.
The Thirty was an oligarchy, the ecclesia was a monarchy, and the Mycenaean Palace was a
democracy.
The Thirty was an oligarchy, the ecclesia was a democracy, and the Mycenaean Palace was a
monarchy.
The Thirty was a monarchy, the ecclesia was a democracy, and the Mycenaean Palace was an
oligarchy.

Answer 1

Based on the characteristics provided in the chart, the correct statement is:

The Thirty was an oligarchy, the ecclesia was a democracy, and the Mycenaean Palace was a monarchy.

Here's the reasoning:

• The Thirty Tyrants ruled with control and made use of exile and force, which indicates an oligarchical form of government where a small group held power.
• The ecclesia represents a democratic assembly where members could vote on various issues and had a voice, suggesting it was a democratic system.
• The Mycenaean Palace was governed by a wanax (king) and had a council, indicating a monarchy.

Thus, the first option correctly identifies the types of government associated with each leader or structure.

Answer 2

A)
Use the chart to answer the question.
Direct Democracies Monarchies
Ruled by the people
Utilized an ecclesia made up of the
people
Members were randomly chosen by lot
Ruled by a hereditary king or queen
Had one ruler named a wanax
Korete controlled different parts of
land
Which statement accurately describes the differences between direct democracies and
monarchies?
(1 point)
Direct democracies are led by hierarchical classes while monarchies are led by a group of rulers
whose word is law.
Direct democracies are led by a group of rulers that promotes freedom of choice while
monarchies are led by a single ruler whose word is law.
Direct democracies promote freedom of choice and voting rights while monarchies are led by a
group of rulers whose word is law.
Direct democracies promote freedom of choice and voting rights while monarchies are led by a
single ruler whose word is law.

Answer 3

The correct statement that accurately describes the differences between direct democracies and monarchies is:

Direct democracies promote freedom of choice and voting rights while monarchies are led by a single ruler whose word is law.

Here's the reasoning:

• In a direct democracy, power is held by the people, and they have the ability to vote and participate in decision-making processes, which promotes freedom of choice.
• In a monarchy, especially as described in the chart, governance is centralized around a hereditary ruler (king or queen) whose authority is often absolute, indicating that their word is law.

Therefore, the fourth option correctly captures the distinction between the two forms of government.

Answer 4

Which statements accurately compare the government systems of Sparta and Carthage?
(1 point)
The Spartan and Carthaginian governments were both oligarchies. Carthage focused more on
military matters and Sparta focused more on democracy.
The Spartan and Carthaginian governments both used a council. The Spartan senate used 500
elected officials while the council of Carthage had 28 elected officials.
The Spartan and Carthaginian governments both had two leaders. The Spartan government had
hereditary kings while the Carthaginian government had elected leaders.
The Spartan and Carthaginian governments both had an assembly. The Spartan government
elected citizens in the assembly while the Carthage government did not.

Answer 5

The statement that accurately compares the government systems of Sparta and Carthage is:

The Spartan and Carthaginian governments both had two leaders. The Spartan government had hereditary kings while the Carthaginian government had elected leaders.

Here's the reasoning:

• Sparta was governed by a dual kingship, with two hereditary kings sharing power.
• Carthage had a system where the chief magistrates, known as suffetes, were elected, providing a contrast to the hereditary leadership in Sparta.

The other statements are not accurate representations of the governmental structures or characteristics of Sparta and Carthage:

• Both governments were not strictly oligarchies; Sparta had elements of monarchy and a unique societal structure, while Carthage was more democratic with its elected officials.
• The Spartan council (Gerousia) consisted of elders, not 500; it usually had around 30 members, with only a few elected positions.
• Both governments had assemblies, but in Sparta, citizens had a direct role in the assembly, whereas in Carthage, there was a more complex system that involved different classes of citizens and elected officials.

Thus, the third statement correctly outlines the comparative leadership structures of both governments.

Answer 6

A) Examine the following list of social classes. Which list accurately identifies the social class
hierarchy of Greek city-states? (1 point)
Perioikoi
Laborers
Foreigners
Aristoi
Women
Artisans

Perioikoi
Artisans
Aristoi
Foreigners
Women
Laborers

Aristoi
Artisans
Perioikoi
Women
Laborers
Foreigners

Artisans
Aristoi
Perioikoi
Foreigners
Women
Laborers

Answer 7

The list that accurately identifies the social class hierarchy of Greek city-states is:

Aristoi
Artisans
Perioikoi
Foreigners
Women
Laborers

Here's the reasoning:

1. Aristoi refers to the aristocratic class, the elite or noble families who held significant political power and influence.
2. Artisans are skilled workers who produced goods, and they were typically a recognized and respected class in many city-states.
3. Perioikoi were free inhabitants who lived in territories surrounding the main city-state but did not have full political rights; they often engaged in trade and crafts.
4. Foreigners or non-citizens typically had limited rights and were often involved in commerce.
5. Women in general had fewer rights than men in most Greek city-states and were generally confined to domestic roles.
6. Laborers represented the lower class who worked in various unskilled jobs.

This hierarchy reflects the general structure found in many ancient Greek city-states, where aristo and wealthier individuals occupied the top tiers of society, while laborers and women were lower in status.

If none of the options you provided closely resemble this order, please verify the exact phrasing of your available choices or let me know if you need further assistance!

Answer 8

A) Using a lens of historical empathy, which of the following tables depicts a historical
perspective that differs from today and describes the process Alexander the Great used to
build the Macedonian Empire? (1 point)

Asia Minor Egypt Persia
Descri
ption
Won the Battle of
the Granicus and
the Battle of Issus
Sacked city of Tyre,
massacring and
enslaving
inhabitants
Liberated cities
from Persian rule
Siege of Gaza
Did not force
ideals, values, or
religion
Proclaimed himself
king of Egypt after
defeating Darius III
Adopted Egyptian
religion,
proclaimed son of
Zeus-Ammon
Won the Battle of
Gaugamela and the
Battle of the Persian
Gate
Captured
Persepolis,
Babylon, and Susa
Adopted Persian
traditions
Histori
cal
Persp
ective
Inhumane and
unjust massacre of
the inhabitants of
Tyre
Methods of warfare
similar to modern
practices
Sieges and sacking
of cities are
common practices
widely utilized
today
Inhumane and
unjust massacre of
the inhabitants of
Gaza
Methods of warfare
similar to modern
practices
Sieges and
sacking of cities
are common
practices widely
utilized today
Conquest of cities
uncommon during
the time period
Embraced local
cultural and
religious ideas
Cultural and
religious
tolerance/freedom
uncommon during
the time period

Asia Minor Egypt Persia
Descri
ption
Won the Battle
of the Granicus
and the Battle of
Issus
Sacked city of
Tyre,
massacring and
enslaving
inhabitants
Liberated cities
from Persian
rule
Siege of Gaza
Promoted hellenization
among local
Egyptians,
Macedonians, and
Greeks
Adopted Egyptian
religion, proclaimed
son of Zeus-Ammon
Won the Battle of
Gaugamela and the
Battle of the
Persian Gate
Proclaimed himself
king of Asia after
defeating Darius III
Captured
Persepolis,
Babylon, and Susa
Adopted Persian
traditions
Histori
cal
Persp
ective
Inhumane and
unjust massacre
of the
inhabitants of
Tyre
Methods of
warfare different
from today’s
Sieges and
sacking of cities
were common
ancient
practices
Inhumane and unjust
massacre of the
inhabitants of Gaza
Embraced local
culture, religion, and
ideals
Allowed conquered
peoples to retain their
identity, less common
during the time period
Conquest of cities
common during the
time period
Embraced local
cultural and
religious ideas
Cultural and
religious
tolerance/freedom
uncommon during
the time period

Asia Minor Egypt Persia
Descri
ption
Won the Battle
of the Granicus
and the Battle of
Issus
Sacked city of
Tyre,
massacring and
enslaving
inhabitants
Liberated cities
from Persian
rule
Siege of Gaza
Forced ideals, values,
and religion on
Egyptian people
Proclaimed himself
king of Egypt after
defeating Darius III
Waged more battles
Adopted Egyptian
religion, proclaimed
son of Zeus-Ammon
Won the Battle of
Gaugamela and
the Battle of the
Persian Gate
Proclaimed himself
son of ZeusAmmon after
defeating Darius III
Captured
Persepolis,
Babylon, and Susa
Adopted Persian
traditions
Histori
cal
Persp
ective
Inhumane and
unjust massacre
of the
inhabitants of
Tyre
Methods of
warfare different
than today’s
Sieges and
sacking of cities
were common
ancient
practices
Embraced local culture,
religion, and ideas
Allowed people he
conquered to retain
their identity, less
common during the
time period
Conquest of cities
common during the
time period
Embraced local
cultural and
religious ideas
Cultural and
religious tolerance
were uncommon
during the time
period

Asia Minor Egypt Persia
Descri
ption
Won the Battle
of Issus
Sacked city of
Tyre,
massacring and
enslaving
inhabitants
Liberated cities
from Persian
rule
Siege of Gaza
Promoted hellenization
among local
Egyptians,
Macedonians, and
Greeks
Adopted Egyptian
religion, proclaimed
son of Zeus-Ammon
Won the Battle of
Gaugamela and
the Battle of the
Granicus
Proclaimed himself
king of Europe after
defeating Darius III
Captured
Persepolis,
Babylon, and Susa
Adopted Persian
traditions
Histori
cal
Persp
ective
Inhumane and
unjust massacre
of the
inhabitants of
Tyre
Methods of
warfare different
than today’s
Sieges and
sacking of cities
were common
ancient
practices
Embraced local
culture, religion, and
ideas
Allowed conquered
peoples to retain their
identity, less common
during the time period
Conquest of cities
common during the
time period
Disregarded local
cultural and
religious ideas
Cultural and
religious
intolerance was
uncommon during
the time period

Answer 9

To analyze the historical perspective that differs from today regarding Alexander the Great’s methods for building the Macedonian Empire, we should look for a table that presents views or interpretations that are noticeably more sympathetic to conquest and integration than modern perspectives would typically allow, considering issues such as cultural imperialism, violence, and coercive assimilation.

The third table appears to provide such a perspective:

Description

• Won the Battle of Granicus and the Battle of Issus
• Sacked the city of Tyre, massacring and enslaving inhabitants
• Liberated cities from Persian rule
• Siege of Gaza
• Forced ideals, values, and religion on Egyptian people
• Proclaimed himself king of Egypt after defeating Darius III
• Waged more battles
• Adopted Egyptian religion, proclaimed son of Zeus-Ammon
• Won the Battle of Gaugamela and the Battle of the Persian Gate
• Proclaimed himself son of Zeus-Ammon after defeating Darius III
• Captured Persepolis, Babylon, and Susa
• Adopted Persian traditions

Historical Perspective

• Inhumane and unjust massacre of the inhabitants of Tyre
• Methods of warfare different than today’s
• Sieges and sacking of cities were common ancient practices
• Embraced local culture, religion, and ideas
• Allowed people he conquered to retain their identity, less common during the time period
• Conquest of cities common during the time period
• Embraced local cultural and religious ideas
• Cultural and religious tolerance were uncommon during the time period

Analysis

This table delineates a view that may interpret Alexander's conquests in a justifiable light—highlighting the idea of "liberation" and presenting his actions, such as adopting local religions and traditions or proclaiming kingship as legitimate leadership rather than cultural erasure. In contrast, contemporary views tend to focus on the violence, coercive tactics, and adverse impacts on the conquered peoples, promoting more critical perspectives on imperialism and conquests.

Thus, the focus on "forced ideals" and "waged more battles," which might have been viewed differently in the past, reflects a historical perspective that is less prevalent today, making it the table that best depicts a historical viewpoint differing from the modern interpretation of these events.