Ancient Greece Government

The Drama of City-States (00:00 - 01:15)

• Introduction to the different government styles in Ancient Greece and the rivalry between Athens and Sparta.

Athens and Direct Democracy (01:15 - 02:30)

• A look at how Athenian citizens participated directly in law-making and the requirements for being a citizen.

Oligarchy and Tyranny (02:30 - 03:20)

• Comparison with the Spartan system of rule by a small elite group and an explanation of how tyrants seized power.

Ostracism and Political Exile (03:20 - 04:00)

• Discussion on the practice of voting to banish citizens from the city to prevent any one individual from becoming too powerful.