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Student Notes Greece 3
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Understanding Terms Aristocrats—wealthy citizens; nobles
The word aristocrat actually translates to best + rule (or power) Greek Language Aristos = the best Kratos = rule; power
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Understanding Terms Monarchy—rule by one person, usually a king
The word monarchy actually translates to one rule Greek Language Monos = one Arkhien = to rule
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Understanding Terms Oligarchy—rule by only a few people, usually aristocrats The word oligarchy actually translates to few + rule Greek Language Oligos = few Arkhien = to rule
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Understanding Terms Tyranny (dictatorship)—rule by the strongest, often by someone who takes power The word tyranny actually translates to cruel ruler A person who takes power by force is often called a tyrant
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Understanding Terms Democracy—rule where the citizens can vote for leaders and actions The word democracy actually translates to people + rule (or power) Greek Language Demos = people Kratos = rule; power
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Understanding Terms Idiōtēs—a private person; a person not concerned about others Helots—enslaved people who worked on the farms in Sparta
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