Question

88 multiple choice what did pericles mean when he said, “the administration is in the hands of the many, and not the few”? a all athenian citizens had a voice in government. b athens had equality among men, women, and enslaved people. c residents of athens could ignore laws they thought were unjust. d athens was ruled by a group of powerful people instead of a king. attempt 1 of 2 submit listen ancient greece was home to prominent philosophers. socrates challenged people to think deeply about their assumptions and opinions by asking questions. his follower plato opened a school called the academy to teach academic subjects and prepare scholars for political leadership. aristotle promoted the idea of a constitutional monarchy—a government ruled by a king or queen and whose power is limited by a constitution. culture in greece flourished as greeks created highly influential works of art, architecture, and theater.

Explanation:

Pericles was referring to Athenian democracy where all citizens had a say in government. In ancient Athens, while it was not truly equal for all (women, enslaved people were excluded), among citizens there was political participation. Option B is incorrect as there was no equality for all groups. Option C is wrong as citizens were expected to follow laws. Option D describes an oligarchy, not what Pericles meant by rule of the many.

Answer:

A. All Athenian citizens had a voice in government.