The Rise of Democracy

Study the different ruling ways of Ancient Greece! - By Brooklyn W.

Monarchy - What is it?

A form of government from Ancient Greece where one man, (Monarch,) had control; Chosen by inheritance; Lost power from Aristocrats. (2000 B.C.E. to 800 B.C.E.)

Oligarchy - What is it?

A form of government from Ancient Greece where a group of rich men, (Oligarchs,) had control; Lost power from citizens and the city-states armies. (800 B.C.E. to 650 B.C.E.)

Tyranny - What is it?

A form of government from Ancient Greece where a non-lawful leader, (Tyrants,) uses their title for no legal limits for power, including force and harshness; Lost power from people who drove me off, since my cruelty. (650 B.C.E. to 500 B.C.E.)

Democracy - What is it?

A form of government from Ancient Greece where citizens, (Democrats,) vote for laws and rulers; Hasn’t lost power, ruled to this day. (500 B.C.E. to 400 B.C.E.)