Question

Why do some historians claim that Athens was not actually a democracy?

Answer 1

Answer:

Correct answer is c. Some residents were not allowed to vote because they weren’t considered citizens.

Explanation:

A is not correct, as Athens had a couple of institutions that were bringing decisions, including Assembly, called Ecclesia.

B is not correct as Athenians were voting, usually by acclamation though.

C is correct as there were a lot of people, even slaves, who didn't have right to vote and participate in the decision making process.

D is not correct, as those who were corrupted could be banned through the process of Ostracism.