Which statement accurately describes the governments of Athens and Sparta in the fifth century B.C.?

A.
Sparta was ruled by a few aristocrats; Athens developed a democratic system.

B.
Both Athens and Sparta created legislative bodies that gave real political power to all citizens.

C.
Both Sparta and Athens rejected calls from the people for a more representative government.

D.
Athens kept all political power in the hands of a few; Sparta granted all citizens a voice in the Assembly.

Question

Which statement accurately describes the governments of Athens and Sparta in the fifth century B.C.? 	
	
 
A.
	Sparta was ruled by a few aristocrats; Athens developed a democratic system.
	
 
B.
	Both Athens and Sparta created legislative bodies that gave real political power to all citizens.
	
 
C.
	Both Sparta and Athens rejected calls from the people for a more representative government.
	
 
D.
	Athens kept all political power in the hands of a few; Sparta granted all citizens a voice in the Assembly.

anonymous · Answer

The right answer is A. Sparta led by few people, but Athens gave its citizens right to vote.