Question

Which Greek leader was responsible for eventually loosening the harsh and uncompromising laws of leaders such as Draco? A.Socrates B.Solon C.Themistocles D.Pericles

Answer 1

The answer is B. Solon

Answer 2

The correct answer is B) Solon.

The Greek leader that was responsible for eventually loosening the harsh and uncompromising laws of leaders such as Draco, was Solon.

Solon (640 BCE-560 BCE) was an important Greek statesman. His accomplishments made him be considered one of the wise man of that nation. His vision as a leader and statesman made him create was now is considered the foundation of the Athenian democracy: his code of laws. As a Chief Magistrate he made a code of laws with a human touch to end the aristocratic form of government that previously was operating in Athens.