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The Evolution of Governance: Monarchy to Democracy in Ancient Times

Explore the transition from Monarchy to Democracy in ancient times, witnessing the rise of power by the people. From Monarchy's early days to oligarchic rule, and the eventual establishment of democracy in Athens, uncover the journey of governance models. Discover how citizens took charge through direct democracy and how different systems shaped society in various ways.

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The Evolution of Governance: Monarchy to Democracy in Ancient Times

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  1. The Rise of Democracy Created by: Kerry Giordano Adapted from: Susan M. Pojer

  2. Monarchy • 2000- 800 BCE • Selected by the people for life • Later years = hereditary line • Made laws/judge/religious leader/leads army • Council of Aristocrats – advisors • 800 BCE Council overthrows

  3. Coins – Kings of Bactria

  4. Oligarchy • Rule by a few • Wealthy land owner/merchants • Rich get richer, poor get poorer • Big parties/fun while poor toil in the fields • Poor back Army leaders • Promised better lives

  5. Oligarchy

  6. Tyranny • Rule by 1, taken by force • 600 BCE – not lawful kings • No hereditary line • Differing styles • Some are good = help poor • Some, Hippias, paranoid/harsh

  7. Tyranny

  8. Democracy • Rule by the people • 500 BCE Athens – all citizens share power • Direct Democracy • All citizens vote on all issues (US?) • Assembly • Any free man can speak/vote • Run day to day business • Lots of reversals (why?) • Many cities give up

  9. Democracy in Action

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