Answer to Question #293661 in History for Eric

Question

Compare and contrast monarchy, aristocracy, tyranny, oligarchy, and democracy as forms of government in Ancient Greek city-states.

Answer 1

• Democracy - it was a rule by leaders who were elected by the people.
• Monarchy - it involved the rule by an individual who inherited his position.
• Oligarchy - ruled by a select group of individuals.
• Tyranny - rule by someone who had seized power by unconstitutional means such as anarchy.